Assualt On An Emergency Worker Flashcards

1
Q

Define assault on an emergency worker
Either way

A

An offence of assault or battery that is committed on an emergency worker in the exercise of their duty

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Why might you charge GBH instead of assault on an emergency worker?

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GBH carries 5 years or life if with intent

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