This bill amends existing Kansas law regarding crimes related to trespassing and criminal damage to critical infrastructure facilities. It specifically defines "critical infrastructure facility" to include various telecommunications and video service components, such as aboveground and belowground lines, cables, and associated equipment. The bill outlines the definitions and penalties for trespassing and aggravated trespassing on these facilities, as well as for criminal damage and aggravated criminal damage to them. Trespassing is classified as a class A nonperson misdemeanor, while aggravated trespassing is a severity level 7 nonperson felony. Criminal damage is categorized as a severity level 6 nonperson felony, and aggravated criminal damage is a severity level 5 nonperson felony.

Additionally, the bill repeals the existing section K.S.A. 21-5818, which indicates a significant update to the legal framework governing these offenses. The new language clarifies the scope of what constitutes a critical infrastructure facility and reinforces the legal consequences for violations. The act will take effect upon publication in the statute book, ensuring that the updated definitions and penalties are promptly enforced.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 21-5818
As Amended by House Committee: 21-5818
As Amended by Senate Committee: 21-5818
Enrolled: 21-5818