Bill > H1672

This bill proposes to add a new section to Chapter 266 of existing law to establish penalties for intentionally blocking public ways and disrupting traffic, unless authorized by a written permit from the municipality. Specifically, it creates a crime for anyone who knowingly stands or remains on a public way to disrupt traffic, causes another to do so, or erects any barrier on a public way that affects traffic. Violators could face up to one year in jail and a fine of up to $2,500. Furthermore, a conviction or finding of sufficient facts under this new section would serve as strong evidence of liability in civil lawsuits for damages, including property damage, injuries or death resulting from delayed medical or emergency services, and property loss due to delayed emergency vehicle response.