GATE CRASHERS Act

HR 4834, the GATE CRASHERS Act, makes it a federal crime to enter Department of Defense (DOD) property that is clearly marked as closed or restricted without authorization. It directly affects individuals who trespass on such marked DOD sites, including military bases or sensitive installations. The bill establishes escalating penalties: up to 180 days in jail or a fine for a first offense, up to 3 years for a second offense, and up to 10 years for third or subsequent offenses. This creates a new criminal provision under Title 18 of the U.S. Code specifically targeting unauthorized access to restricted DOD areas.