Exempts simple assault on health care worker at psychiatric screening center from being automatically upgraded to aggravated assault under certain circumstances.
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Overview
This bill amends New Jersey law to exempt simple assault on a health care worker at a psychiatric screening center from being automatically upgraded to aggravated assault. Currently, such assaults are automatically elevated to aggravated assault. This change aims to recognize the specific circumstances of psychiatric screening centers and reduce the potential for unwarranted escalation of charges. The bill maintains the automatic escalation for direct care workers at certain psychiatric facilities.
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Anthony Bucco
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