AL HB119

Upgrades assault in the third degree from a Class A misdemeanor to a Class C felony when committed by a person 21 years or older against a person under 18 years of age on school property, a school bus, or at a school-sponsored function.

Maintains existing assault in the third degree as a Class A misdemeanor for all other circumstances, including assaults with intent to cause injury, reckless assaults, assaults with deadly weapons, and assaults to prevent peace officers from performing duties.

Excludes the bill from Amendment 621 constitutional requirements regarding local fund expenditures because it defines a new crime or amends the definition of an existing crime.

Becomes effective on the first day of the third month following passage and Governor approval, or upon otherwise becoming law.