New standalone offences also come into effect today for stalking and non-fatal strangulation.
Paramedics are hoping tougher sentences for people who attack them will reverse the growing trend of aggression.
From today, you could face up to 12 years in prison for assaulting or threatening to assault a Garda or any other on-duty emergency worker.
New standalone offences also come into effect today for stalking and non-fatal strangulation.

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