Iowa SSB3156 amends assault penalties for certain occupations, including public utility employees and contractors.

Iowa SSB3156 amends the state's assault laws to enhance penalties for assaults on specific occupations. The bill adds employees and contractors of public utilities to the list of protected occupations, with penalties ranging from aggravated misdemeanors to class "C" felonies. The bill also modifies penalties for assaults on peace officers, jailers, correctional staff, and other specified professionals. The severity of the penalty depends on the nature of the assault and whether it results in serious injury.

Iowa SSB3156 amends assault penalties for certain occupations, including public utility employees and contractors.

Iowa SSB3156 amends the state's assault laws to enhance penalties for assaults on specific occupations. The bill adds employees and contractors of public utilities to the list of protected occupations, with penalties ranging from aggravated misdemeanors to class "C" felonies. The bill also modifies penalties for assaults on peace officers, jailers, correctional staff, and other specified professionals. The severity of the penalty depends on the nature of the assault and whether it results in serious injury.