Criminalizing Interstate Highway Obstruction: New Penalties for Disrupting Traffic.
This act introduces new federal laws making the obstruction of interstate highways a criminal offense. Citizens who intentionally delay traffic, endanger vehicles, or block emergency vehicles face significant fines and lengthy prison sentences, aiming to ensure smooth and safe travel.
Key points
Obstructing interstate highways, deliberately delaying traffic, standing on the roadway, or endangering vehicles becomes a federal crime.
Penalties for violations include fines up to $10,000 and/or up to 15 years imprisonment; for obstructing emergency vehicles, fines up to $15,000 and/or up to 20 years imprisonment.
If an obstruction results in death, the perpetrator may face life imprisonment, highlighting the severe consequences.
The provisions do not apply to activities authorized by federal, state, or local authorities.
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