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MA H2248

MA H2248
Protecting public employees


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Introduced Session

187th General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the penalties for assault and battery upon public employees engaged in the performance of their official duties . The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing law to increase penalties for assaulting or battering public employees while they are performing their official duties. Specifically, it replaces the current penalties with a mandatory minimum of one year in jail and a fine of at least $10,000, up to a maximum of 10 years in jail and a $25,000 fine. This change aims to provide stronger protections for public servants who are carrying out their responsibilities.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4364 (on 07/31/2012)

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