Summary: The bill amends Section 11-5-5 of the General Laws in Chapter 11-5, which pertains to assaults, by adding new legal language that specifically addresses assaults against railroad workers. The updated section now includes provisions that classify any assault or battery against a railroad worker, in addition to various law enforcement and public safety officials, as a felony. This act would make assault on a railroad worker resulting in personal injury a felony. The penalties for such an offense remain the same, with a maximum imprisonment of three years or a fine of up to $1,500, or both. The act will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
8432: 11-5-5