Protect and Serve Act of 2025
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- Passed House
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Overview
The Protect and Serve Act of 2025 creates a new federal crime for intentionally assaulting a law enforcement officer and causing serious bodily injury, particularly when the assault impacts interstate commerce. Individuals convicted of this crime could face up to 10 years in prison and substantial fines. The bill also establishes a process for federal prosecution, requiring certification from the Attorney General that state jurisdiction is lacking or that a federal investigation is warranted to protect public safety.
Key provisions
- Creates a new federal crime for assaulting a law enforcement officer causing serious bodily injury.
- Specifically targets assaults occurring during interstate travel or using channels of interstate commerce.
- Increases penalties for offenses resulting in death or involving kidnapping/attempted kidnapping.
- Requires a certification from the Attorney General before federal prosecution.
- Defines ‘law enforcement officer’ broadly to include federal officers.
- Addresses circumstances where a state prosecution fails to adequately address a federal interest.
- Allows for the use of firearms or other weapons that have traveled in interstate commerce.
- Specifies that the victim can be a Federal law enforcement officer.
Who is affected
- Law enforcement officers
- Federal law enforcement officers
- Individuals who assault law enforcement officers
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