Pennsylvania HB1975 amends the assault of law enforcement officers and emergency responders, increasing penalties for causing bodily harm through.

Pennsylvania HB1975 amends Title 18 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to enhance penalties for assaulting law enforcement officers and emergency responders. It classifies as a first-degree felony the act of attempting to cause or causing bodily injury to these professionals by discharging a firearm or causing contact with bodily fluids. A person convicted under these circumstances may face up to 40 years in prison.

Pennsylvania HB1975 amends the assault of law enforcement officers and emergency responders, increasing penalties for causing bodily harm through.

Pennsylvania HB1975 amends Title 18 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to enhance penalties for assaulting law enforcement officers and emergency responders. It classifies as a first-degree felony the act of attempting to cause or causing bodily injury to these professionals by discharging a firearm or causing contact with bodily fluids. A person convicted under these circumstances may face up to 40 years in prison.