Criminal Law - Stalking - Penalties
Introduced
Moved
Reached a final decision
Became law
Derived from the official record below.
Officially: “Criminal Law - Stalking - Penalties” Read the full text
2026 session
What it does
Increasing the penalties for stalking to a period of imprisonment of up to 10 years or a fine of up to $10,000 or both if the victim had a protective order in effect against the defendant at the time of the offense or the defendant had previously been convicted of stalking.
From the official legislative record, shown verbatim. Not legal advice.
Where it is
First reading, house of origin · Feb 1, 2026
Hearing · Feb 17, 2026
Committee report, house of origin: Favorable · Mar 15, 2026
Second reading, house of origin: Passed · Mar 1, 2026
Third reading, house of origin: Passed · Mar 2, 2026
First reading, opposite house · Mar 6, 2026
Committee report, opposite house: Favorable · Apr 9, 2026
Second reading, opposite house: Passed · Mar 25, 2026
Third reading, opposite house: Passed · Mar 31, 2026
The numbers
1
sponsor on the bill
Sponsors
Senator Smith
Every fact on this page links to its source, starting with the official bill record. Last action: Approved by the Governor - Chapter 429 (as of Aug 30, 2026).