Establishes laws relating to an enhanced sentence for wearing face or body coverings during the commission of an offense
HB 2325 would increase sentencing for individuals convicted of specific crimes when they intentionally wore face coverings to hide their identity during the offense. It applies only to misdemeanors or felonies involving theft, assault, or property damage exceeding $500, allowing courts to elevate the offense class by one level. The law includes exemptions for religious, medical, or occupational use of coverings, or if concealment was incidental and not intended to aid the crime. It does not create new offenses but modifies sentencing for existing crimes when concealment intent is proven.
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in committee
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Introduction
Dec 2025
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Governor
Introduced Dec 10, 2025
Last action Jan 27, 2026
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Jan 8, 2026
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Referred: Crime and Public Safety(H)
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Dec 10, 2025
Introduced
Prefiled (H)
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Bill Lucas
RRepublican
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