Digest: Makes having a signal jammer that can jam alarm systems a crime if the person that has the signal jammer intends to use it to break into or steal from a house or building. Says that the maker of an alarm system does not need to give an owner or repair provider a tool or part needed to fix the alarm system. (Flesch Readability Score: 62.1).
Adds signal jammers that interfere with alarm system signals and communication to the definition of "burglary tool or theft device," possession of which with intent to commit or facilitate a forcible entry into premises or a physical taking constitutes the crime of possession of a burglary tool or theft device. Punishes by a maximum of 365 days' imprisonment, a fine of up to $6,250, or both.
Exempts alarm systems from the requirement for an original equipment manufacturer to make available to an owner or independent repair provider a tool, part or other device or implement that the original equipment manufacturer makes available to an authorized service provider for the purpose of diagnosing, maintaining, repairing or updating consumer electronic equipment.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 164.235