Relates to criminalizing the filming of the commission of a violent felony
This bill would make it a class E felony to intentionally film someone committing a violent felony with the goal of encouraging more such crimes, or to conspire with others to do so. It directly affects individuals who record violent crimes (like assaults or robberies) with the specific intent to promote those acts. The law includes a key exception: turning the recorded video over to police immediately could be used as evidence that the person lacked the intent to encourage the crime. The bill defines "violent felony" using existing legal terms and would take effect in November 2025 if passed.
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in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
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Governor
Introduced Jan 14, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 14, 2025
Committee
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upper
1 primary · 4 co-sponsors
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