130th MAINE LEGISLATURE
LD 1016 LR 2(01)
An Act To Ensure That Assemblies, Protests and Demonstrations in Maine Remain Peaceful
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement for Original Bill
Sponsor: Rep. Andrews of Paris
Committee: Criminal Justice and Public Safety
Fiscal Note Required: Yes
             
Preliminary Fiscal Impact Statement
Future biennium cost increase - General Fund
Minor revenue increase - General Fund
Minor revenue increase - Other Special Revenue Funds
Correctional and Judicial Impact Statements
Increase in the incidence of Class B crimes; increases correctional and judicial costs.
The additional workload associated with the minimal number of new felony cases filed in the court system does not require additional funding at this time. 
The collection of additional fines may increase General Fund and other dedicated revenue by minor amounts.
Fiscal Detail and Notes
The bill modifies an existing Class B crime of aggravated reckless conduct to include the willful destruction of property. It is unclear how many additional individuals will be convicted of a Class B crime who otherwise would not have been. The current average cost of incarcerating an individual for a single year is $55,203. The Department of Corrections has not indicated the need for additional funding at this time and no funding is included in the bill.