1. (1) A person commits the offense of unlawful directing of light from a laser pointer if the person knowingly directs light from a laser pointer at another person without the consent of the other person and the other person is:

   1. (a) A peace officer as defined in ORS 161.015 who is acting in the course of official duty; or
   2. (b) A uniformed private security professional as defined in ORS 181A.840 who is on duty.
2. (2) The offense described in this section, unlawful directing of light from a laser pointer, is a Class A misdemeanor.
3. (3) As used in this section, “laser pointer” means a device that emits light amplified by the stimulated emission of radiation that is visible to the human eye.

Note: 163.709 was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 163 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.

[1999 c.757 §1; 2005 c.447 §9]