HB3257 establishes the offense of impeding, threatening, or harassing a first responder in Missouri.

HB3257 amends Chapter 575 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri by adding a new section that criminalizes the act of impeding, threatening, or harassing a first responder. A person commits this offense if, after receiving an oral warning not to approach from a first responder engaged in lawful duties, they knowingly approach or remain within twenty-five feet with intent to impede, threaten, or harass. First responders include law enforcement officers, parole or probation officers, firefighters, and emergency medical care providers. The offense is classified as a class D misdemeanor.

HB3257 establishes the offense of impeding, threatening, or harassing a first responder in Missouri.

HB3257 amends Chapter 575 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri by adding a new section that criminalizes the act of impeding, threatening, or harassing a first responder. A person commits this offense if, after receiving an oral warning not to approach from a first responder engaged in lawful duties, they knowingly approach or remain within twenty-five feet with intent to impede, threaten, or harass. First responders include law enforcement officers, parole or probation officers, firefighters, and emergency medical care providers. The offense is classified as a class D misdemeanor.