Barrier crimes; limits assault-related crimes to felony assault crimes only. (HB175)

Introduced By

Del. Joe Morrissey (D-Highland Springs)

Progress

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 Introduced
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 Passed Committee
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 Passed House
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 Passed Senate
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 Signed by Governor
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 Became Law

Description

Limitations on barrier crimes.  Limits assault-related barrier crimes in Title 63.2 to felony assault crimes only. Currently, misdemeanor assaults are barriers to employment in certain areas.   View Full Text »

Outcome

Bill Has Failed
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Comments

Jack Ford writes:

Bill failed. Good. Some measure of safety for vulnerable people maintained.

Posted 25 months ago.
e walker writes:

I am so sorry this bill has failed. Many people have assault charges for cat fights, etc. . . and now are friends. Its sad that an unfortunate disagreement or fight can result in a lifelong punishment. Cruel and Unusual!!!!

Posted 17 months ago.