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GA SB268

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/6/2025

Primary Sponsor

Randy Robertson

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates new crime of "interference with a first responder" under Georgia Code Section 16-11-46

  • Offense occurs when a person, after receiving a verbal warning not to approach, knowingly approaches or remains within 25 feet of a first responder performing lawful duties with intent to impede, threaten, or harass

  • "First responder" defined as any person or agency providing on-site care until ambulance arrival, including law enforcement, fire suppression, and rescue personnel

  • "Harass" defined as willful conduct causing substantial emotional distress that serves no legitimate purpose

  • Violation classified as a misdemeanor of a high and aggravated nature

Legislative Description

Offenses Against Public Order; crime of interference with a first responder; provide

Last Action

House Withdrawn, Recommitted

4/4/2025

Committee Referrals

Judiciary - Non-Civil3/10/2025
Judiciary2/27/2025

Full Bill Text

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