HB553 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

David StandridgeRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

Warrantless arrests, authorized upon commission of certain crimes on property of an educational institution, Secs. 13A-7-1, 15-10-3 am'd.

Summary

HB553 would allow police to arrest someone without a warrant for trespass, assault in the third degree, or harassment on the property of an educational institution by expanding how 'premises' and 'building' are defined.

What This Bill Does

Gives law enforcement the authority to make warrantless arrests for trespass, assault in the third degree, or harassment that occurs on educational institution property. Expands definitions so that buildings, premises, and related structures (including vehicles used by the institution) are covered when determining where arrest authority applies. Broadly defines 'educational institution' to include a wide range of public and private schools and related facilities. Takes effect immediately after passage and governor approval.

Who It Affects

• Law enforcement officers: gain new warrantless arrest authority on campus for the specified offenses.
• People on educational institution property: may be subject to arrest without a warrant for trespass, third-degree assault, or harassment.
• Educational institutions and their property: broader protection and enforcement authority due to expanded definitions of premises/building.

Key Provisions

• Amends 13A-7-1 to redefine premises and building and to include educational institution structures and related facilities in these definitions.
• Amends 15-10-3 to authorize a police officer to arrest without a warrant for trespass, assault in the third degree, or harassment on the premises of an educational institution.
• Defines 'educational institution' broadly to encompass a wide range of schools and related educational facilities.
• Effective date: immediately upon passage and governor approval.

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Subjects

Education