Legislation to Increase Penalties for Harming Police Officers
Sen. Bernie Moreno introduces the Larry Henderson Act to increase penalties for harming police officers after a sheriff's deputy was killed in Cincinnati. The bill aims to protect law enforcement officers and establish federal jurisdiction over these crimes.
Key Points
- Sen. Bernie Moreno introduced the Larry Henderson Act to increase penalties for harming police officers
- The bill aims to ensure severe consequences for those who assault law enforcement officers
- Named after Deputy Larry Henderson who was killed in the line of duty
Pros
- Increases criminal penalties for harming police officers
- Aims to protect law enforcement officers
Cons
- Some may argue that mandatory minimums are too harsh