Penalty for tampering with a motor vehicle increased, and crime for riding in a vehicle when the person reasonably should have known that a vehicle was taken without permission established.

This bill aims to increase the penalties for tampering with motor vehicles. It also creates a new crime for individuals who ride in a vehicle when they should reasonably know that it was taken without permission.

Supporters of this bill argue that it strengthens the laws against vehicle theft and tampering, making communities safer. They believe that harsher penalties will deter potential offenders and protect property rights.

Critics of the bill may argue that it could lead to overly harsh penalties for individuals who may not have been aware of a vehicle's status. They might also express concern that it doesn't address the root causes of vehicle theft and could disproportionately affect vulnerable populations.