Expands hate-motivated crimes to include offenses against groups based on protected categories.
Vermont S0019 amends the definition of hate-motivated crimes to include offenses against groups of people based on protected categories. These categories include race, religion, national origin, sex, and more. The bill sets penalties based on the severity of the underlying crime, with courts considering the defendant's motivation in sentencing. The changes take effect on July 1, 2025.
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