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Ohio proposal would add penalty when offenders conceal identity during crimes, sponsors say
House Judiciary Committee · February 11, 2026
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Summary
House Bill 236 would create criminal specifications and mandatory penalties for committing certain offenses while wearing a mask or disguise; sponsors say it targets those who hide identity to intimidate or avoid accountability, and they said the bill includes exceptions for undercover and legitimate law-enforcement operations.
Representative Williams told the House Judiciary Committee HB236 would prohibit wearing a mask to harass, trespass, or commit violent crimes and would enhance certain crimes, including aggravated riot, when a mask is used to conceal identity. The bill…
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