The bill increases the offense classification for assault on a peace officer, police officer, firefighter, or emergency medical services professional.
The "first responders assault prevention act" amends the penal law to elevate the severity of assault offenses against peace officers, police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical services professionals. Previously classified as a class C felony, such assaults will now be considered a class B felony. This change aims to better protect first responders by imposing stricter penalties for those who assault them while they are performing their duties.
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