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SB 111

Trespassing on Emergency vehicles; prohibition, penalty.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Christie Craig

SB 111 criminalizes unauthorized trespassing on emergency vehicles, establishing penalties to protect public safety equipment and prevent interference with emergency response operations.

Referred to Committee for Courts of Justice
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Bill Summary · SB 111

Legislative bill overview

SB 111 prohibits trespassing on emergency vehicles and establishes criminal penalties for violations. The bill creates a specific offense targeting unauthorized entry or presence on fire trucks, ambulances, police vehicles, and other emergency response equipment.

Why is this important

Emergency vehicles carry sensitive equipment, hazardous materials, and are critical infrastructure for public safety response. Unauthorized access poses safety risks to both the public and emergency personnel, can damage equipment, and may interfere with emergency response capabilities during critical situations.

Potential points of contention

  • Definitional clarity: The bill's scope depends heavily on how "emergency vehicle" and "trespassing" are legally defined—ambiguous language could lead to inconsistent enforcement or unintended applications
  • Penalty proportionality: Without knowing the specific penalties, critics may argue they are either too harsh for accidental access or insufficiently deterrent for deliberate interference
  • Enforcement discretion: Law enforcement interpretation of what constitutes trespassing could vary, raising concerns about disparate application across different communities or circumstances

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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