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Senate scales back penalty for 'avoiding apprehension' after constitutional concerns
Summary
Senate amended SB146 to reduce a proposed felony penalty to a class A misdemeanor for fleeing from law enforcement on foot; senators debated the phrase 'avoiding detention' and risks for civilians concerned about impersonators and street safety.
Sen. Wadhams introduced amendment number 1 to Senate Bill 146 changing the penalty for 'avoiding apprehension' from a third-degree felony to a class A misdemeanor, citing committee concerns and a fiscal note that made the higher penalty expensive to implement.
The sponsor said the measure arose from concerns raised by a constituent and a K-9 handler who noted…
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