Washington HB1323 criminalizes obstructing highways by blocking vehicular traffic without lawful authority.

Washington HB1323 makes obstructing highways a crime by intentionally blocking vehicular traffic on state highways without lawful authority. The bill applies if the obstruction is done by walking, standing, or sitting, and if it creates a risk of injury, impedes an ambulance, or involves refusal to disperse when ordered by a police officer. Leaders or organizers of such activities face harsher penalties, including a class C felony charge and a minimum $5,000 fine, not less than $1,000. The bill aims to protect public safety and the freedom of movement of others.

Washington HB1323 criminalizes obstructing highways by blocking vehicular traffic without lawful authority.

Washington HB1323 makes obstructing highways a crime by intentionally blocking vehicular traffic on state highways without lawful authority. The bill applies if the obstruction is done by walking, standing, or sitting, and if it creates a risk of injury, impedes an ambulance, or involves refusal to disperse when ordered by a police officer. Leaders or organizers of such activities face harsher penalties, including a class C felony charge and a minimum $5,000 fine, not less than $1,000. The bill aims to protect public safety and the freedom of movement of others.