YourVoice.Now Summary
Federal law already makes it a crime to picket or parade near a courthouse with the intent to influence a judge, juror, or witness. This bill would extend that same protection to the private residences of judges, jurors, witnesses, and court officers, making it a crime — punishable by up to one year in prison — to picket, use a sound truck, or stage demonstrations near their homes. It's aimed at the growing trend of protests targeting members of the judiciary where they live.
Congressional Summary
Protect Our Judiciary Act of 2025This bill removes the intent requirement for the criminal offense related to picketing or parading in or near a building or residence used by a judge, juror, witness, or court officer.
Details
- Congress
- 119th
- Chamber
- House
- Status
- summarized
- Action
- Introduced in House
- Action Date
- 2025-10-08
- Date Added
- 2026-04-06