Establishes the offense of permitting a public nuisance
HB 3017 creates a new class E felony charge for property owners, renters, or occupants who knowingly permit illegal activities on their property. It directly affects landlords, property managers, and residents who fail to address repeated illegal conduct like noise disturbances, underage drinking, violence, or weapons offenses occurring on their premises. The law requires three documented law enforcement incidents within 12 months - each verified by officers recording the specific illegal activity - to trigger arrest for "permitting a public nuisance." Property owners without a responsible party can also face property restrictions to prevent ongoing safety hazards.
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Introduction
Jan 2026
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Governor
Introduced Jan 20, 2026
Last action Apr 14, 2026
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Apr 14, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 8 NOES: 2 PRESENT: 0
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Apr 14, 2026
Lower · Passed
Voted Do Pass (H)
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Mar 24, 2026
Committee
Referred: Crime and Public Safety(H)
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Jan 20, 2026
Introduced
Introduced and Read First Time (H)
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Bill Irwin
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