Washington SB5646 enhances criminal penalties for assaulting specific workers performing their duties.

Washington SB5646 amends existing laws to increase penalties for assault in the third degree when the victim is a transit operator, driver, mechanic, security officer, school bus driver, firefighter, health care provider, law enforcement officer, peace officer, or outreach worker. The bill specifies that these assaults must occur while the victim is performing their official duties. It also includes penalties for causing bodily harm with criminal negligence using a weapon or other instrument.

Washington SB5646 enhances criminal penalties for assaulting specific workers performing their duties.

Washington SB5646 amends existing laws to increase penalties for assault in the third degree when the victim is a transit operator, driver, mechanic, security officer, school bus driver, firefighter, health care provider, law enforcement officer, peace officer, or outreach worker. The bill specifies that these assaults must occur while the victim is performing their official duties. It also includes penalties for causing bodily harm with criminal negligence using a weapon or other instrument.