SB528

In assault, further providing for the offense of aggravated assault.

Introduced·3/26/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB528 expands the definition of aggravated assault to include county commissioners, county council members, mayors, and municipal.

Pennsylvania SB528 amends Title 18 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to expand the definition of aggravated assault. The bill adds county commissioners, county council members, mayors, and municipal council members to the list of officers and employees whose assault is considered aggravated assault. This change aims to protect local government officials from violent attacks. The act will take effect 60 days after its passage.

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Judiciary Committee
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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Mar 26, 2025

Senate

Referred to Judiciary