An Act relative to GPS tampering
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill addresses the issue of GPS tampering, aiming to strengthen laws related to manipulating or altering Global Positioning System (GPS) data. It seeks to clarify penalties for those who tamper with GPS systems, particularly when operating vehicles. The bill’s purpose is to enhance public safety by preventing misuse of GPS technology. Similar legislation has been proposed and considered in the past.
Key provisions
- Addresses the manipulation of GPS data.
- Clarifies penalties for GPS tampering offenses.
- Aims to improve public safety through stricter regulations.
- Related to existing legislation concerning GPS tampering (S.1222, S.1098, S.1221, H.3728, H.1839).
Who is affected
- Vehicle operators
- Individuals who tamper with GPS systems
- Law enforcement
Notable changes
- Strengthens existing laws regarding GPS tampering.
- Potentially increases penalties for related offenses.
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Sponsors
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5 on record
Primary sponsor
David Paul Linsky
Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
David Paul Linsky
Steven George Xiarhos
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