The bill amends the existing law on aggravated burglary by removing the term "dwelling" from its definition and expanding the scope of the crime to include unauthorized entry into vehicles, watercraft, and aircraft, in addition to other structures. The revised definition specifies that aggravated burglary occurs when a person unlawfully enters these premises with the intent to commit a felony or theft, and is armed with a deadly weapon, or commits a battery while in the premises. The penalty for aggravated burglary remains a second degree felony.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new crime called "home invasion," which is defined as the unlawful entry into a dwelling while an occupant is present, with the intent to commit a felony or theft. Similar to aggravated burglary, home invasion includes provisions for being armed with a deadly weapon or engaging in threatening conduct that instills fear of immediate battery in another person. The penalty for committing home invasion is also classified as a second degree felony.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 30-16-4