LB 1169 Legislature · 109th Legislature (2025-2026)

Prohibit assault on a court operations officer

LB 1169 amends Nebraska assault statutes to specifically prohibit assault against court operations officers. It defines these officers as non-sworn court staff who provide courthouse security screening, serve legal documents, or maintain safety during proceedings. The bill expands existing enhanced penalties for assaulting public safety officers and health care professionals to include court operations officers, requiring that assaults cause serious bodily injury while the officer is performing duties. This change harmonizes assault provisions and repeals outdated sections (like 28-931.01) related to assault using vehicles. The bill directly affects courthouse security personnel and strengthens legal protections for them during official duties.
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Jan 2026
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Introduced Jan 21, 2026 Last action Apr 17, 2026
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Apr 17, 2026
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Indefinitely postponed
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Jan 23, 2026
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Referred to Judiciary Committee
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Jan 21, 2026
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Woody Wordekemper
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