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KY SB104
Bill
AI Summary
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Creates new criminal offense of "impeding a first responder" when a person knowingly approaches or remains within 25 feet of a first responder after receiving a verbal warning not to approach
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Applies when the person intends to impede the responder's duties, threaten physical harm, or harass the responder
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"First responder" includes those defined in KRS 507.070 plus probation/parole officers, university police, and airport police
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Establishes escalating penalties: Class B misdemeanor (first offense), Class A misdemeanor (second or third offense), Class D felony (fourth and subsequent offenses)
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Defines "harass" as intentional conduct causing substantial emotional distress that serves no legitimate purpose
Legislative Description
AN ACT relating to impeding a first responder.
Crimes and Punishments
Last Action
to Veterans, Military Affairs, & Public Protection (H)
3/13/2026