Expands the definition of special victim to include staff members of the division of youth services and registered nurses

Summary

The measure replaces the current definition of “special victim” with a new one that adds staff members of the Division of Youth Services and registered nurses, joining other groups such as police and firefighters. It is intended to increase penalties for assaults on these workers while they are performing official duties. The bill was referred to a committee and ultimately failed to pass.

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