Rep. Bryan Fontenot measured off the 25 feet that his bill would let police officers demand from bystanders. Photo credit: Madison Maronge/LSU Manship School News Service
A House committee moved forward with a bill Tuesday that would criminalize coming within 25 feet of an on-duty police officer if ordered to halt by the officer.
Penalties for violations could include a jail term of up to 60 days and a fine of $500. The bill, HB173, has been sent to the full House for consideration.
Gov. Jeff Landry’s office supported the bill, whereas Gov. John Bel Edwards previ…
