Ohio HB519 amends the Revised Code to prohibit possession of electronic devices or tools intended for stealing a motor vehicle.

Ohio HB519 modifies the Revised Code to explicitly prohibit the possession of electronic devices or tools with the intent to steal a motor vehicle. It defines "electronic device or tool" as any device or tool designed for unlocking or turning on a motor vehicle, excluding those assigned to the lawful owner. The bill also outlines that possession of such devices or tools under circumstances indicating intent to steal a motor vehicle constitutes possession of criminal tools. Violators face misdemeanor charges, escalating to felony charges if the intent is to commit a felony.

Ohio HB519 amends the Revised Code to prohibit possession of electronic devices or tools intended for stealing a motor vehicle.

Ohio HB519 modifies the Revised Code to explicitly prohibit the possession of electronic devices or tools with the intent to steal a motor vehicle. It defines "electronic device or tool" as any device or tool designed for unlocking or turning on a motor vehicle, excluding those assigned to the lawful owner. The bill also outlines that possession of such devices or tools under circumstances indicating intent to steal a motor vehicle constitutes possession of criminal tools. Violators face misdemeanor charges, escalating to felony charges if the intent is to commit a felony.