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The state of Illinois passed a law that classifies assault or battery against a retail worker who is communicating mask guidelines as "aggravated battery." Aggravated battery, which is a step up from simple battery, is considered a felony and can carry a sentence of two-to-five years in prison, as well as up to $25,000 in fines. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more storiesThe state of Illinois has made it a felony to assault or physically threaten a retail worker over mask mandates.
By comparison, a simple battery charge is considered a misdemeanor, which carries a lesser sentence ofA press release from Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker's office says the measure "sends the message that it's vitally important for workers to be both respected and protected while serving on the front lines.", comes as retailers grapple with the enforcement of mask mandates.
GavinNewsom CA should definitely implement this as well.
Isn't it already a felony to assault someone?
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