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OH HB480
Bill
Status
4/7/2010
Primary Sponsor
Scott Oelslager
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AI Summary
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Amends Ohio Revised Code section 2903.13 to make assault a felony of the fourth degree when the victim is a hospital employee or health care worker engaged in performing their duties at a hospital.
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Defines "hospital employee" to include physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, physician assistants, clerical staff, security officers, and individuals summoned to perform services at a hospital.
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Defines "health care worker" as individuals other than hospital employees who provide medical or health-related care in a hospital, including medical technicians, medical assistants, orderlies, and aides.
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Applies the enhanced penalty only when the assault victim is actively engaged in the performance of their duties at a hospital facility.
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Repeals the existing version of section 2903.13 of the Revised Code.
Legislative Description
To increase the penalty for assault to a felony of the fourth degree when the victim is a hospital employee or health care worker who is engaged in the performance of the individual's duties at a hospital.
Assault of health care worker while engaged in hospital duties-increase penalty
Last Action
To Criminal Justice
4/7/2010