OH HB22

Adds failure to follow a lawful order from a law enforcement officer as an obstructing justice violation under division (A).

Creates new offense under division (B) prohibiting actions with reckless disregard that divert or obstruct a law enforcement officer's attention, including use of force, interference that inhibits/restricts/deprives officer control of a subject, or entering spaces around the officer without consent.

Establishes offense under division (C) making it illegal to throw any object or substance at a law enforcement officer with intent to distract them during performance of official duties.

Sets penalties for violations of division (B) or (C) as misdemeanor of the second degree, or felony of the fifth degree if the violation causes physical harm to any person.

Preserves the right to record law enforcement officers with video or audio equipment during performance of their duties.