This bill amends title 18 of the United States Code to establish a new criminal offense related to the public disclosure of law enforcement personnel information. It specifically prohibits making the name of a Federal law enforcement officer publicly available if done with the explicit intent to obstruct a criminal investigation or an immigration enforcement operation. The legislation defines a Federal law enforcement officer as any authorized United States officer, agent, or employee involved in the prevention, detection, investigation, or prosecution of Federal criminal or immigration law violations. Individuals found guilty of this offense face significant penalties, including fines, imprisonment for up to 5 years , or both. This measure aims to safeguard law enforcement personnel by deterring actions intended to impede their official duties through public identification.
This bill amends title 18 of the United States Code to establish a new criminal offense related to the public disclosure of law enforcement personnel information. It specifically prohibits making the name of a Federal law enforcement officer publicly available if done with the explicit intent to obstruct a criminal investigation or an immigration enforcement operation. The legislation defines a Federal law enforcement officer as any authorized United States officer, agent, or employee involved in the prevention, detection, investigation, or prosecution of Federal criminal or immigration law violations. Individuals found guilty of this offense face significant penalties, including fines, imprisonment for up to 5 years , or both. This measure aims to safeguard law enforcement personnel by deterring actions intended to impede their official duties through public identification.