This bill increases penalties for assaults on specific occupations and inmate assaults on department of corrections employees.

The bill amends the law to increase penalties for assaults on certain occupations, including peace officers, jailers, and health care providers. It classifies such assaults as aggravated misdemeanors, with a minimum seven-day sentence. If the assault involves a dangerous weapon, causes bodily injury, or results in contact with bodily fluids, it is classified as a class "C" or "D" felony. Inmate assaults on department of corrections employees, especially those causing contact with bodily fluids, are also classified as class "D" felonies.

This bill increases penalties for assaults on specific occupations and inmate assaults on department of corrections employees.

The bill amends the law to increase penalties for assaults on certain occupations, including peace officers, jailers, and health care providers. It classifies such assaults as aggravated misdemeanors, with a minimum seven-day sentence. If the assault involves a dangerous weapon, causes bodily injury, or results in contact with bodily fluids, it is classified as a class "C" or "D" felony. Inmate assaults on department of corrections employees, especially those causing contact with bodily fluids, are also classified as class "D" felonies.