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SENATE 1649117th CongressRead twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Probation Officer Protection Act of 2021

Last Action
5/13/2021

CRS Summary

As of 2021-05-13 (00)

Probation Officer Protection Act of 2021

This bill authorizes a probation officer to arrest a person other than the probationer without a warrant if there is probable cause to believe the person forcibly assaulted or obstructed a probation officer engaged in the performance of official duties.

Subjects

  • Assault and harassment offenses
  • Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
  • Criminal procedure and sentencing
  • Law enforcement officers
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