What type of offense is committed if a vehicle is used to transport an injured person without the appropriate EMS provider license?

Transporting an injured person without the appropriate EMS provider license constitutes a Class A misdemeanor criminal offense. This classification arises because operating an emergency vehicle to transport patients without proper licensing is considered a violation of public safety regulations and standards set forth in EMS laws. The law has specific requirements for who may transport patients to ensure that individuals receiving care are safely and legally transported by qualified personnel.

Class A misdemeanors are serious enough to warrant penalties, including potential jail time, fines, and the possibility of a criminal record. This classification reflects the importance of ensuring that emergency medical services are conducted by individuals who have met the necessary training and licensure requirements.

In contrast, a civil penalty would generally pertain to fines without criminal charges, a speeding ticket relates to traffic violations specifically about speed regulation rather than EMS licensing, and a Level III felony would involve much more severe criminal behavior typically associated with significant harm or danger to individuals.