WI AB1039

Imposes a mandatory minimum 1-year prison term for any felony conviction where the crime was committed with intent to terrorize, intimidate, or coerce 2 or more occupants of a church, with no probation allowed.

Requires prosecutors to obtain court approval before dismissing or amending charges subject to this mandatory minimum, with courts only approving if consistent with public interest in deterring such crimes.

Prohibits prosecutors from offering deferred prosecution agreements to defendants facing charges that could trigger this mandatory minimum sentence.

Requires the trier of fact to make a special verdict finding on whether the terrorist intent element applies to the underlying felony.

Applies to complaints, information, or charges filed on or after the effective date of the legislation.