SB 343
Creates the crimes of assault of an employee of a mass transit system while in the scope of his or her duties in the first, second, and third degree
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1554S.01I
Last Action:
3/28/2011 - Hearing Conducted S Judiciary and Civil and Criminal Jurisprudence Committee
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Effective Date:
August 28, 2011

Current Bill Summary

SB 343 - This act creates the crimes of assault of an employee of a mass transit system while in the scope of his or her duties in the first, second, and third degree. Mass transit employees include those working for public bus and light rail companies. The penalties for such crimes are a Class B felony, C felony, or Class B misdemeanor, respectively.

This act is similar to SB 330 (2009) and identical to SB 814 (2010) and HB 487 (2009).

STEPHEN WITTE

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