False reporting of crimes against schools; prescribe penalties to be imposed upon minor defendants.

HB 199 proposes new penalties for minors who falsely report crimes or emergencies at schools. It targets minors (under 18) who intentionally make false reports disrupting school operations, requiring them to complete 120+ hours of community service, pay fines up to $10,000, or both. The bill also mandates restitution for investigation costs and allows juvenile detention (10-15 days) if minors violate court-ordered penalties. This specifically affects minors whose false reports cause school disruptions, not general false reporting. The bill died in committee in February 2025.