Minnesota SF2212 makes it a crime to obstruct first responders by approaching or remaining too close after being warned, and increases penalties for.

Minnesota SF2212 amends state law to criminalize the act of obstructing certain first responders by approaching or remaining too closely after receiving a warning. This applies to peace officers, firefighters, ambulance service personnel, and certain Department of Revenue employees. The bill also increases criminal penalties for assaulting firefighters, EMS personnel, and certain health care providers. The changes are effective August 1, 2025, and apply to crimes committed on or after that date.

Minnesota SF2212 makes it a crime to obstruct first responders by approaching or remaining too close after being warned, and increases penalties for.

Minnesota SF2212 amends state law to criminalize the act of obstructing certain first responders by approaching or remaining too closely after receiving a warning. This applies to peace officers, firefighters, ambulance service personnel, and certain Department of Revenue employees. The bill also increases criminal penalties for assaulting firefighters, EMS personnel, and certain health care providers. The changes are effective August 1, 2025, and apply to crimes committed on or after that date.