Upgrades crime of false public alarm to second degree when targeting law enforcement or officials.

The bill upgrades the crime of false public alarm to a second-degree crime when done knowingly to result in a law enforcement response against certain persons, including elected officials, judges, and law enforcement officers. The crime is punishable by a term of imprisonment of five to 10 years, a fine of up to $150,000, or both. The bill also includes provisions for penalties in cases where false alarms result in serious bodily injury, death, or occur during a declared emergency.

Upgrades crime of false public alarm to second degree when targeting law enforcement or officials.

The bill upgrades the crime of false public alarm to a second-degree crime when done knowingly to result in a law enforcement response against certain persons, including elected officials, judges, and law enforcement officers. The crime is punishable by a term of imprisonment of five to 10 years, a fine of up to $150,000, or both. The bill also includes provisions for penalties in cases where false alarms result in serious bodily injury, death, or occur during a declared emergency.