Establishes offenses of menacing a police officer or peace officer in the first and second degrees; modifies sentencing and officer discretion.
The bill creates two new offenses: menacing a police officer or peace officer in the first degree and menacing a police officer or peace officer in the second degree. Menacing in the first degree involves intentionally placing an officer in fear of physical injury or death by displaying a deadly weapon. Menacing in the second degree involves intentionally assaulting an officer by throwing or spraying substances while the officer is on duty. Both offenses are classified as class D felonies.
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