Harsher Penalties for Attacks on Law Enforcement Officers
This new law introduces tougher penalties for assaults on law enforcement officers resulting in serious injury. Its aim is to enhance the safety of those responsible for maintaining public order. Citizens may experience an indirect impact through potentially stronger law enforcement.
Key points
The act imposes penalties of up to 10 years in prison for assaulting an officer causing serious bodily injury.
If the offense results in death, kidnapping, or attempted murder, the penalty can be life imprisonment.
These provisions apply when the crime involves interstate travel, use of interstate commerce, or targets a federal officer.
Federal prosecution can occur if the state lacks jurisdiction, requests federal involvement, or if public interest necessitates federal intervention.
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