GATE CRASHERS Act

S 4725, the GATE CRASHERS Act, creates a new federal crime for unauthorized entry onto clearly marked Department of Defense (DoD) property that is closed or restricted. It directly affects individuals who trespass on DoD facilities despite visible signage, with penalties escalating for repeat violations: up to 180 days in jail for a first offense, up to 3 years for a second, and up to 10 years for a third or subsequent offense. The bill amends Title 18 of the U.S. Code to add Section 1390, establishing these specific penalties for trespassing on DoD sites. This law focuses on deterring repeated access to sensitive military areas through graduated criminal penalties.