Bill > HB1930

This bill establishes a new criminal offense in Missouri that makes it illegal to impede, threaten, or harass a first responder after receiving an oral warning to stay at least 50 feet away. Specifically, the law applies when a person knowingly approaches or remains near a first responder who is performing their official duties, with the intent to interfere with their work, threaten physical harm, or cause emotional distress. First responders are broadly defined to include law enforcement officers, parole/probation officers, firefighters, and emergency medical care providers like ambulance drivers, paramedics, nurses, and hospital employees working in emergency departments. A person who violates this provision would be charged with a class D misdemeanor. The bill defines "harass" as engaging in conduct that intentionally causes substantial emotional distress to a first responder and serves no legitimate purpose. This legislation aims to protect first responders from interference, intimidation, or harassment while they are performing critical public safety duties.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB1930&year=2026&code=R