Increased Federal Penalties for Attacks on Officers and Expanded Firearm Rights.
This law drastically increases federal penalties, including the death penalty, for killing or assaulting police officers, judges, prosecutors, and first responders whose agencies receive federal funding. It also creates new federal crimes for fleeing prosecution after such an act. Furthermore, it expands the rights of current and retired officers to carry firearms in federal facilities and school zones, aiming to enhance their personal safety.
Key points
Significant increase in federal penalties (up to the death penalty) for killing or assaulting public safety officers and first responders.
Expanded rights for current and retired officers to carry firearms in federal facilities and school zones.
Limits on federal appeals (habeas corpus) for individuals convicted in state courts of killing a law enforcement officer.
Expired
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