Criminal Offenses - As introduced, increases the penalty for assaulting a first responder from a Class A misdemeanor with a mandatory fine of $5,000 and a mandatory minimum of 30 days incarceration to a Class E felony with a mandatory fine of $10,000 and a mandatory minimum of 60 days incarceration. - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40.

Summary

The bill upgrades the crime of assaulting a law‑enforcement officer or other first responder from a Class A misdemeanor to a Class E felony. Penalties rise to a $10,000 fine and at least 60 days in jail, with no early release. Assaults on nurses remain misdemeanors with the existing $5,000 fine and 30‑day minimum.

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