New Jersey S2898 upgrades simple assault to aggravated assault if committed against a crossing guard or parking enforcement officer.

New Jersey S2898 amends the state's criminal code to upgrade simple assault to aggravated assault if the victim is a crossing guard or parking enforcement officer who is in uniform or engaged in official duties, or when the assault is due to the person’s status as a crossing guard or parking enforcement officer. Aggravated assault is a more serious crime with higher penalties, including potential imprisonment and fines. This bill extends the existing protection for law enforcement officers, school employees, and health care workers to include crossing guards and parking enforcement officers.

New Jersey S2898 upgrades simple assault to aggravated assault if committed against a crossing guard or parking enforcement officer.

New Jersey S2898 amends the state's criminal code to upgrade simple assault to aggravated assault if the victim is a crossing guard or parking enforcement officer who is in uniform or engaged in official duties, or when the assault is due to the person’s status as a crossing guard or parking enforcement officer. Aggravated assault is a more serious crime with higher penalties, including potential imprisonment and fines. This bill extends the existing protection for law enforcement officers, school employees, and health care workers to include crossing guards and parking enforcement officers.