The Donegal based President of the GRA says new plans that would increase the maximum jail term for assaulting or obstructing a Garda from 7 to 12 years fall short of what Gardaí have called for.
The comments were made as proposals are being brought to Cabinet by Justice Minister Simon Harris that would increase the maximum jail term for assaulting or obstructing a Garda.
The measure would also apply to other emergency service staff – including hospital staff, prison workers, members of the defence forces, fire brigade or ambulance staff.
Minister Harris says while current legislation is robust the laws need to be updated.
GRA President Brendan O’Connor says maximum sentencing is rarely applied:
