Elected officials in Douglas County are working together on a piece of legislation that would modify assault in the second degree and bring more protection to domestic violence victims as well as first responders and medical professionals.
“The cost to society, domestic (violence) victims, the court system and corrections increases dramatically if the assault results in homicide,” Rep. Anthony Hartsook (R-Parker) said. “This legislation is designed to get those threats off the streets before they result in a homicide.”
The proposed legislation, which is currently in draft, focuses on enhancing sentences for second-degree assault in an effort to protect peace officers, first responders, emergency medical providers and victims of domestic violence…