The bill amends Title 11 of the General Laws by adding a new chapter, Chapter 71, which is titled "Disarming a Peace Officer." It establishes that any individual who knowingly removes or attempts to remove a firearm, deadly weapon, or less-lethal weapon from a peace officer or an investigator of the Department of Attorney General will be committing a felony. This includes the removal of communication devices such as mobile phones, radios, or body-worn cameras that are used in the performance of official duties. The penalty for this offense is imprisonment for a minimum of one year and a maximum of ten years.

This legislation aims to enhance the protection of peace officers and investigators by criminalizing the act of disarming them. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage, reinforcing the seriousness of the offense and the commitment to maintaining law enforcement safety.