HB79

Increase penalty for assault if the victim is a sports official

Introduced·2/10/25
Introduced Text

Increases penalties for assault if the victim is a sports official or the assault is in retaliation for the victim's actions as a sports official.

This bill amends sections 2903.13 and 2929.13 of the Ohio Revised Code to increase penalties for assault if the victim is acting as a sports official or the assault is committed in retaliation for the victim's actions as a sports official. Specifically, it classifies such assaults as felonies of the fourth degree, with mandatory prison terms and fines. The bill also includes provisions for sentencing considerations and definitions related to sports officials and events.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Nov 19, 2025

10:00 AM

House Health 3rd Hearing, Opp/IP Testimony

Mar 26, 2025

11:00 AM

House Judiciary Miller, J., 3rd Hearing, Opp/IP Testimony

History

Feb 12, 2025

House

Referred to committee: Judiciary

Feb 10, 2025

House

Introduced