The South African Policing Union (SAPU) is calling for a significant legal shift, demanding that attacks on police officers be reclassified as treason. This demand follows the recent killings of two officers in Cape Town, raising concerns about officer safety and escalating violence. SAPU argues that targeting law enforcement undermines the authority of the state and therefore warrants the most severe charges. The union believes this reclassification will act as a deterrent and provide greater protection for officers. Currently, attacks on police are prosecuted under various charges, including murder and assault. SAPU’s proposal would elevate the severity of these crimes, equating them to acts against the state itself. The move is likely to spark debate regarding the appropriate legal response to violence against law enforcement.