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

Missouri HB3355 amends Chapter 575 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri by adding a new section, 575.356, which establishes the offense of impeding, threatening, or harassing a first responder. This offense occurs when a person knowingly approaches or remains within twenty-five feet of a first responder after receiving a warning not to approach, with the intent to impede, threaten, or harass the responder. The bill defines "first responder" to include law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical care providers. The offense is classified as a class D misdemeanor.

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

Missouri HB3355 amends Chapter 575 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri by adding a new section, 575.356, which establishes the offense of impeding, threatening, or harassing a first responder. This offense occurs when a person knowingly approaches or remains within twenty-five feet of a first responder after receiving a warning not to approach, with the intent to impede, threaten, or harass the responder. The bill defines "first responder" to include law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical care providers. The offense is classified as a class D misdemeanor.