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OR HB3935
Bill
Status
6/27/2025
Primary Sponsor
Darcey Edwards
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AI Summary
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Creates "initiating a false report in the first degree" as a Class B felony (up to 10 years imprisonment, $250,000 fine) when a knowingly false emergency report results in the death of any person at the reported location
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Creates "initiating a false report in the second degree" as a Class C felony (up to 5 years imprisonment, $125,000 fine) when a false emergency report results in serious physical injury or death, or targets schools, institutions of higher education, public officials, or places of worship
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Renames the existing crime of "initiating a false report" to "initiating a false report in the third degree," which remains a Class A misdemeanor for knowingly transmitting false emergency reports
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Requires mandatory restitution for all convictions, including repayment of response and investigation costs plus compensation to victims for physical injuries or property damage
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Takes effect on the 91st day after the 2025 legislative session adjourns
Legislative Description
Relating to initiating false reports; prescribing an effective date.
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment.
6/27/2025