Upgrades assault against servicemember to aggravated assault; expands crime of bias intimidation to encompass crimes and offenses committed against servicemembers.
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Overview
This bill upgrades assault against servicemembers to aggravated assault and expands the crime of bias intimidation to include offenses and crimes specifically targeting servicemembers. It clarifies definitions related to ‘servicemember’ and strengthens penalties for offenses committed against these individuals. The bill aims to provide greater protection for those serving in the military by increasing the severity of related crimes.
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