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AL SB142
Bill
Status
1/14/2026
Primary Sponsor
Will Barfoot
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AI Summary
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Amends Alabama Code Section 13A-6-24 to create a new category of reckless endangerment when conduct creates substantial risk of serious physical injury to multiple individuals rather than just one person
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Reckless endangerment involving a single individual remains a Class A misdemeanor under existing law
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Reckless endangerment involving multiple individuals becomes a Class C felony
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Reckless endangerment involving multiple individuals elevates to a Class B felony if the person uses a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument during the offense
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Effective date: October 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Crimes and offenses; crime of reckless endangerment expanded, criminal penalties provided
Crimes & Offenses
Last Action
Read for the Second Time and placed on the Calendar
1/21/2026