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WI SB94
Bill
Status
6/18/2025
Primary Sponsor
Dan Feyen
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AI Summary
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Inciting others to commit a riot becomes a Class I felony; intentionally committing violence while participating in a riot becomes a Class H felony
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"Riot" is defined as a public disturbance involving an act of violence or threat of violence by an assembly of at least 3 persons that creates clear and present danger of property damage or personal injury
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Creates civil cause of action allowing victims of riot or vandalism to sue offenders and any person or organization that provided material support (money, weapons, training, transportation, etc.) with intent to perpetrate the offense
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Successful plaintiffs may recover full compensatory damages including emotional distress, attorney's fees, court costs, and obtain court orders requiring offenders to repair damaged property
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Prohibits government officials from limiting or restricting law enforcement authority to arrest individuals involved in riots/vandalism or to quell such activity, and bars retaliation against employees who report violations of these restrictions
Legislative Description
Civil action for injury or damages resulting from riot or vandalism, participation in a riot, prohibiting certain limitations or restrictions on law enforcement responses to riot or vandalism activity, and providing a penalty.
Last Action
Read first time and referred to committee on Rules
7/16/2025