Section 60ABCrimes Act 1900 (NSW)

Assault against persons aiding law enforcement officers

A person who assaults a person who comes to the aid of a law enforcement officer who is being assaulted in the course of the officer’s duty commits an offence.
Maximum penalty—Imprisonment for 5 years.

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