Enhances the penalties for crimes committed during a riot

This bill (S 5911) raises penalties for riot-related offenses by reclassifying them as felonies. It upgrades "riot in the first degree" to a class D felony, "riot in the second degree" and "inciting to riot" to class E felonies (previously misdemeanors). The bill also adds new provisions linking riot offenses to other charges, such as arson committed during a riot or possessing a firearm while engaging in riot-related conduct. These changes directly affect individuals convicted of riot-related crimes, increasing potential prison sentences and criminal penalties. The bill focuses on adjusting existing legal classifications without creating new offenses.