The bill introduces the crime of making a terrorist threat in the second degree and establishes penalties for violations, while repealing the existing crime of making a terrorist threat as defined in Section 13A-10-15 of the Code of Alabama 1975. The new legislation creates two classifications of terrorist threats: making a terrorist threat in the first degree, classified as a Class C felony, and making a terrorist threat in the second degree, classified as a Class A misdemeanor. The first-degree offense includes specific circumstances such as causing evacuations or disruptions, or retaliating against individuals involved in judicial proceedings.

Key definitions are provided in the bill, including what constitutes a "threat" and "weapons of mass destruction." The bill also clarifies that despite the potential for increased local expenditures, it is exempt from further requirements under Section 111.05 of the Constitution of Alabama of 2022, as it defines a new crime or amends an existing one. The act is set to take effect on the first day of the third month following its passage and approval by the Governor.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 13A-10-15, 13A-10-240, 13A-10-240, 13A-10-241, 13A-10-242, 13A-10-15
Enrolled: 13A-10-15, 13A-10-240, 13A-10-240, 13A-10-241, 13A-10-242, 13A-10-15