From J/R: A runner has interfered with the flight of a thrown ball, a throw absent a batted ball, or a tag attempt only if such runner: 1) Commits an intentional action to interfere that disregards his try to get to a base safely and 2) Such action hinders a fielder trying to throw or trying to tag.
A runner must prove by his actions and the way he positions himself that his intent is to reach and stay on a base safely. Actions that disregard this intent and show, rather, an intent to interfere include...
It then lists examples of interference with a thrown ball and tag attempt.
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