Preventing Violence Against Federal, State, Tribal, and Local Law Enforcement Officers
Executive Order 2017-03115
|Signed on February 10, 2017
45th Presidency
What it means
Directs the Attorney General to develop strategies and recommend legislation to enhance protection of law enforcement officers. The order prioritizes prosecution of crimes against officers and aims to review existing laws for possible strengthening.
Expected impact
- Potential development of new federal crimes and penalties for violence against law enforcement officers
- Increased coordination between federal, state, tribal, and local authorities in prosecuting crimes against officers
- Review and possible redirection of Department of Justice grant funding to better support law enforcement protection
- Demonstration of the administration's commitment to law enforcement safety and support