This section establishes mandatory minimum sentences for offenses committed against law enforcement officers in Pennsylvania, specifically requiring at least 20 years for assault. It prohibits courts from imposing lesser sentences, probation, or suspending sentences for such offenses, and provides for appellate review if courts do not apply these mandatory terms.
The mandatory minimum sentence is at least 20 years of imprisonment for assaulting a law enforcement officer under Pennsylvania law.
No, courts are prohibited from imposing lesser sentences, probation, or suspending sentences for these offenses; the mandatory minimum must be followed.
The Commonwealth has the right to appeal, and appellate courts can vacate the sentence and remand the case for proper sentencing in accordance with the law.
A law enforcement officer includes officers or employees of the United States, a state, a political subdivision of a state, or the District of Columbia.