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HB 20·OH·house

Prohibit harassing or impeding an emergency service responder

Passed Both ChambersFiled Jan 27, 2025
Sponsor: Thomas Hall (R)
Latest Action

Sent To The Governor

Jul 1, 2026

Summary

The bill increases the criminal penalties for anyone who threatens, follows, or interferes with emergency service responders, probation officers, or their families while they are performing official duties. It defines a “warning” and creates a 15‑foot distance rule, upgrading the offense from a misdemeanor to a felony in certain situations. The goal is to better protect responders from intimidation and obstruction.

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