Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40.
Tennessee HB2428 increases the penalty for assaulting a first responder by reclassifying the offense from a Class A misdemeanor to a Class E felony. This change affects individuals convicted of assaulting first responders, such as police officers and emergency personnel. Key provisions include a mandatory fine increase from $5,000 to $10,000 and a mandatory minimum incarceration period increase from 30 days to 60 days.
Tennessee HB2428 increases the penalty for assaulting a first responder by reclassifying the offense from a Class A misdemeanor to a Class E felony. This change affects individuals convicted of assaulting first responders, such as police officers and emergency personnel. Key provisions include a mandatory fine increase from $5,000 to $10,000 and a mandatory minimum incarceration period increase from 30 days to 60 days.
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