The bill amends several sections of the Revised Code to update the definitions and penalties related to burglary, aggravated burglary, and trespass in a habitation. Key changes include the insertion of new language that clarifies the definitions of "occupied structure" and specifies that a person cannot knowingly trespass in such a structure with the intent to commit a crime if another person, other than an accomplice, is present. The bill also allows for separate prosecutions for violations of different subsections related to trespassing and burglary, enhancing accountability for offenders.

Additionally, the bill redefines the classification of certain felonies, elevating some offenses from second to first degree and from third to second degree. It introduces a definition for "violent career criminal" and establishes penalties for unlawful use of firearms or dangerous ordnance by these individuals, classifying such violations as first-degree felonies. The bill sets mandatory prison terms for offenses committed before and after March 22, 2019, and repeals existing sections of the Revised Code that are replaced by the new provisions, thereby streamlining the legal framework surrounding these offenses.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 2911.11, 2911.12, 2911.13
As Reported By House Committee: 2901.01, 2911.11, 2911.12, 2923.132
As Passed By House: 2901.01, 2911.11, 2911.12, 2923.132