Washington HB1802 makes obstructing a law enforcement officer or first responder a gross misdemeanor.

Washington HB1802 amends existing law to classify obstructing a law enforcement officer or first responder as a gross misdemeanor. The bill defines "first responder" as any firefighter, emergency medical personnel, or other individuals engaged in emergency response duties. It also specifies that obstructing occurs when someone knowingly and willfully violates a warning to stay away and approaches within 25 feet with intent to impede or threaten the responder. The bill aims to protect first responders while they perform their duties.

Washington HB1802 makes obstructing a law enforcement officer or first responder a gross misdemeanor.

Washington HB1802 amends existing law to classify obstructing a law enforcement officer or first responder as a gross misdemeanor. The bill defines "first responder" as any firefighter, emergency medical personnel, or other individuals engaged in emergency response duties. It also specifies that obstructing occurs when someone knowingly and willfully violates a warning to stay away and approaches within 25 feet with intent to impede or threaten the responder. The bill aims to protect first responders while they perform their duties.