The HALO Act makes it illegal to approach, impede, harm, or harass first responders after receiving a warning.
The HALO Act amends the South Carolina Code of Laws to define terms like "emergency medical care provider" and "first responder." It prohibits approaching, impeding, harming, or harassing first responders or emergency medical care providers after receiving a warning. Violators face misdemeanor charges, fines up to $500, and imprisonment for up to 60 days. This law aims to protect first responders engaged in lawful duties.
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