MO HB3257

Creates new offense for knowingly approaching or remaining within 25 feet of a first responder after receiving an oral warning not to approach, when done with intent to impede, threaten with physical harm, or harass

Requires the person to know or reasonably should know the individual is a first responder engaged in lawful performance of duties

Classified as a Class D misdemeanor

"First responder" includes law enforcement officers, parole/probation officers, firefighters, and emergency medical care providers (EMTs, paramedics, nurses, physicians, ambulance drivers)

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