New Hampshire Passes Bill To Crack Down On Fans, Players Who Abuse Sports Officials

CBS Boston

May 31, 2024

CONCORD, N.H. - The New Hampshire Legislature on Thursday passed a bill that would introduce new punishments for people who harass or assault sports officials at games.

Fans, players or coaches who are convicted of certain offenses against officials could be banned from participating in amateur or professional sports events for a period of time. Repeat offenses may lead to a lifetime ban, the legislation says.

The bill defines a "sports official" as anyone enforcing the rules at a sporting event, regardless of whether or not they are paid or a volunteer.

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