LB657

Create the offense of assault on a sports official and provide a penalty under the Nebraska Criminal Code

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Nebraska LB657 creates the offense of assault on a sports official and sets a penalty under the Nebraska Criminal Code.

Nebraska LB657 amends the Nebraska Criminal Code to establish the offense of assault on a sports official. This offense occurs when a person intentionally or knowingly causes bodily injury to a sports official immediately before, during, or after an athletic contest. The bill defines a sports official as someone who serves as a referee, umpire, or linesman and is registered with an organization that provides education and training. A violation of this section is classified as a Class IV felony.

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Calendar

Feb 12, 2025

1:30 PM

Hearing

Feb 12, 2025

1:30 PM

Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 17

Legislature

Indefinitely postponed

Jan 7

Legislature

Title printed. Carryover bill

Feb 12, 2025

Legislature

Hardin name added