2007 House Bill 4088

Authorized enhanced penalty for assault by sports fan

Introduced in the House

Jan. 23, 2007

Introduced by Rep. Rick Jones (R-71)

To authorize enhanced penalties of up to two years in prison and a $2,000 fine for a fan or non-participant at a sports event who assaults and batters a player. These penalties would be on top of any for the underlying offence(s).

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary