U.S. Proposes “Back the Blue Act” to Toughen Penalties for Attacks on Police

A new federal legislative proposal, the “Back the Blue Act,” aims to tighten punishments for violent crimes committed against law enforcement officers across the United States. With over 100 officers killed in the line of duty annually, the bill seeks to create a stronger nationwide deterrent.

Key provisions of the bill include:

• Assault on Officers: Mandatory minimum sentences ranging from 10 to 30 years.
• Murder of an Officer: The possibility of the death penalty at a federal level.
• Legal Process: The bill would place stricter limits on the appeals process following a conviction.

Proponents argue that unified federal oversight is necessary to protect those who serve and to ensure justice is served swiftly.

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