The proposed bill establishes the crime of "disruption of a worship service" in Alabama, defining it as an act committed by an individual who knowingly enters a church building or church property with the intent to disrupt a worship service that has a scheduled starting time. The bill outlines specific actions that constitute this crime, including engaging in a riot, disorderly conduct, harassment of participants, or obstructing access to the church building or property. If convicted, an individual would face a Class C felony charge.

The bill introduces new legal definitions for terms such as "church building," "church property," "disorderly conduct," "harassment," "riot," and "worship service," which are essential for understanding the scope of the law. It does not delete any existing legal language but rather supplements current laws related to disorderly conduct, harassment, and riot as defined in the Code of Alabama 1975. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 13A-11-7
Engrossed: 13A-11-7