N.Y. Penal Law 195.16 – Obstructing emergency medical services
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§ 195.16 Obstructing emergency medical services.
Attorney's Note
Under the New York Laws, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class A misdemeanor | up to 364 days | up to $1,000 |
A person is guilty of obstructing emergency medical services when he or she intentionally and unreasonably obstructs the efforts of any service, technician, personnel, system or unit specified in § 3001 of the public health law in the performance of their duties.
Obstructing emergency medical services is a class A misdemeanor.