The bill also strengthens penalties for violent crimes committed against law enforcement officers, including increasing consequences for battery on an officer, enhancing penalties for those who violently resist arrest. In addition, This legislation ensures individuals convicted of manslaughter against law enforcement officers and other specified public safety personnel face the toughest penalties available under Florida law. Message we send with this bill is simple. If you attack a law enforcement officer in the state of Florida, prepare to be held accountable. (08:43–08:56)
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Asserts that new legislation imposes the toughest penalties for manslaughter against law enforcement and public safety personnel.
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