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Increased Penalties for Damaging Federal Courthouses and Accessing Judges.

New rules increase penalties for damaging federal courthouses and for unauthorized access to areas where federal judges work or reside. This means individuals who harm federal property, such as court buildings, or infringe on judges' privacy, could face much harsher legal consequences, including longer prison sentences.
Key points
Maximum prison sentence increased to 25 years for damaging or attempting to damage a federal courthouse.
Vandalism (e.g., graffiti) on federal property is now presumed to cause over $1,000 in damage, simplifying prosecution.
Legal protection extended to federal courthouses and locations where federal judges and other protected officials reside or visit.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2249
Sponsor: Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO]
Process start date: 2021-06-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to increase the penalties for damage to Federal courthouses and unauthorized access to areas where Federal judges work, reside, or visit.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2249.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Maximum prison sentence increased to 25 years for damaging or attempting to damage a federal courthouse.
  • Vandalism (e.g., graffiti) on federal property is now presumed to cause over $1,000 in damage, simplifying prosecution.
  • Legal protection extended to federal courthouses and locations where federal judges and other protected officials reside or visit.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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