Crimes: strangulation.

Legislative status

1. Introduced
2. In Committee
3. Reported by Committee
4. Floor Vote Scheduled
5. Passed One Chamber
6. Passed Both Chambers
7. Sent to Executive
8. Signed into Law

Summary

AB 2097 adds a crime for knowingly blocking a victim’s breathing or blood flow by pressure on the throat, neck, chest, or by covering the nose or mouth, when the victim is a current or former spouse, cohabitant, fiancé, or a child’s parent. The offense carries the same 2‑4‑year state‑prison term, up‑to‑one‑year county‑jail term, or $6,000 fine as existing domestic‑violence injuries, and adds repeat‑offender enhancements, probation conditions, restitution, and long‑term restraining orders. It also states the state will not reimburse local agencies for costs arising from the new crime.

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Hearings

• Public Safety Committee Hearing
  Public Safety · Apr 7, 2026
• Public Safety
  Public Safety · Apr 7, 2026

History

1. Apr 7, 2026In committee: Set, second hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.
2. Mar 18, 2026In committee: Set, first hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.
3. Mar 2, 2026Referred to Com. on PUB. S.
4. Feb 19, 2026From printer. May be heard in committee March 21.
5. Feb 18, 2026Read first time. To print.

Sponsors

• Boerner · sponsor

Bill text

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