In CT: "Under the new legislation, it would be a crime to place a noose on public property - or on private property without the owner's permission - in a manner intended to harass or intimidate someone based on race, creed, religion or other similar factors. The offense would be added to the state's category of“discriminatory practices,” which now includes offenses like vandalizing religious monuments and cross-burning.
A violation would be classified as a Class A misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in prison and a fine of up to $2,000. If a violation causes property damages worth more than $1,000, or was committed by an individual disguising his or her identity with a mask, hood or other cloaking device, it could be prosecuted as Class D felony, punishable by up to five years in prison and a $5,000 fine."
They should have added increased penalties for impersonating a news commentator...
Heck, in Lee's Summit, MO (where I live), using the word "noose" in conversation is enough to get high school students suspended. No, I'm NOT kidding!
Mark