New York S04258 creates the crime of harassment of a first responder as a class A misdemeanor.

New York S04258 amends the penal law by adding a new section that defines the crime of harassment of a first responder. This crime occurs when a person knowingly and willfully approaches or remains within twenty-five feet of a first responder who is engaged in the lawful performance of a legal duty, after receiving a verbal warning not to approach. First responders include law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical services personnel.

New York S04258 creates the crime of harassment of a first responder as a class A misdemeanor.

New York S04258 amends the penal law by adding a new section that defines the crime of harassment of a first responder. This crime occurs when a person knowingly and willfully approaches or remains within twenty-five feet of a first responder who is engaged in the lawful performance of a legal duty, after receiving a verbal warning not to approach. First responders include law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical services personnel.