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H04892026 Regular Session

Adds to existing law to prohibit the use of a mask or disguise during a criminal offense and to provide for a sentencing enhancement.

CRIMES AND PUNISHMENT -- Adds to existing law to prohibit the use of a mask or disguise during a criminal offense and to provide for a sentencing enhancement.

CRIMES AND PUNISHMENT

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

This legislation provides for an optional sentencing enhancement for the situation wherein a person commits, or attempts to commit, a crime while wearing a mask or other device to cover their face. If convicted of an underlying crime while wearing a mask, the underlying sentence may be enhanced with up to an additional one (1) year in jail or prison, and/or a potential fine of up to $2,500.00.

LATEST ACTION

U.C. to be returned to Judiciary, Rules & Administration Committee

SPONSORS

R
Daniel Foreman

Sen · SD-006

Primary
R
Joe Palmer

Rep · HD-020A

R
Don Hall

Rep · HD-025A

R
Ted Hill

Rep · HD-014A

R
Jordan Redman

Rep · HD-003B

R
Jeff Cornilles

Rep · HD-012A

BILL INFO

Session
2026
Chamber
house
Status date
Jan 16, 2026

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