Wisconsin · Wisconsin Statutes — Criminal Code (Ch. 939–951)

Wis. Stat. (Criminal Code) § 941.37: Obstructing emergency or rescue personnel

Felony

What this law says, in plain English

Wisconsin law prohibits obstructing emergency personnel during emergencies (Class A misdemeanor) or intentionally interfering with them in ways that endanger safety (Class I felony). Causing death through such interference is a Class E felony. Throwing bodily fluids at public safety workers with intent to make contact is a Class I felony.

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