A person who wilfully opposes or obstructs a health officer or
physician charged with enforcement of the health laws, in performing any
legal duty, is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Structure New York Laws
ENV - Environmental Conservation
Title 17 - Enforcement of Provisions Derived From Public Health Law
71-1701 - Applicability of This Title.
71-1703 - Legal Presumptions; Evidence.
71-1705 - Rules and Regulations of the Department; Evidence.
71-1707 - Violations of Health Laws or Regulations; Penalties.
71-1709 - Formal Hearings; Notice and Procedure.
71-1711 - Willful Violation of Health Laws.
71-1713 - Obstructing Health Officer in Performance of His Duty.
71-1715 - Enforcement: Against Officers.
71-1717 - Examination and Inspection of Public Works.
71-1721 - Commissioner's Enforcement Power and Duty.
71-1723 - Issuance of Subpoenas; Compelling the Attendance and Testimony of Witnesses.