Creates felony penalties for using electronic devices to threaten crimes of violence.
Creates felony criminal penalties for using electronic communication devices to threaten crimes of violence. It includes using devices to cause evacuations, serious public alarm, or inconvenience. The bill also prohibits knowingly permitting devices under one's control to be used for such purposes. Penalties include fines and jail time, with harsher penalties for repeat offenses. The bill defines "electronic communication device" and "serious public alarm or inconvenience.
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