Establishes sanctions for assault against law enforcement officers in Hawaii, distinguishing penalties based on injury severity.

This bill amends Hawaii law to establish appropriate sanctions for assault against law enforcement officers in the first degree, distinguishing penalties based on the level of bodily injury sustained by the officer. It classifies the offense as a class C felony, with a minimum sentence of five years in prison or five years probation, including a term of imprisonment of not less than six months. The bill aims to deter future crimes and address the growing concern of assaults against law enforcement officers, which discourages recruitment and retention.

Establishes sanctions for assault against law enforcement officers in Hawaii, distinguishing penalties based on injury severity.

This bill amends Hawaii law to establish appropriate sanctions for assault against law enforcement officers in the first degree, distinguishing penalties based on the level of bodily injury sustained by the officer. It classifies the offense as a class C felony, with a minimum sentence of five years in prison or five years probation, including a term of imprisonment of not less than six months. The bill aims to deter future crimes and address the growing concern of assaults against law enforcement officers, which discourages recruitment and retention.