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Obstructing a police officer is a serious offense. If the obstuction occurs as the officer is investigating, you could be charged with a felony in court. In other situations, it would likely be a misdemeaner.
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What does the charge obstructing a police officer mean?
it means you are not allowing the police officer to continue with his job. Or just interfering or hindering with the officer
What do you call stopping a police officer from doing his job?
obstruction of justiceAdded: In some jurisdictions also known as "Impeding" or "Obstructing" an officer in the performance of their duties.
Are auxiliary police officers officer of the court?
No. Auxiliary police officers are not officers of the court.
What does a no fine but guilty verdict for obstructing a police officer mean?
It sounds from the question, as if the defendant was charged for TWO offenses. The one for which he was arrested, and the obstruction charge (when he apparently 'resisted' the arrest). . The question indicates that he was found not guilty of the original arrest charge, but WAS found guilty of obstructing the officer.
What is the name of the police officer in the courtroom?
In most states the police officer that tends to the court room is a deputy sheriff. They are called bailiffs.
What is charge for PC 148 A 1?
IT IS OBSTRUCTING AN OFFICER
Is it legal for a police officer ot force you to pay for a ticket before your court date?
No police Officer has the power to make you pay a ticket before the court date. I happen to be a police Officer. When a Police Officer writes you a traffic citation he will give you a Court date that you are suppose to attend to prove your innocence. If you choose not to attend court you have the option to pay the fine. Paying the fine before your court date basically is saying that you are guilty. If the officer tells you to just pay the fine reason being is that he either has a weak case against you or he wont show up to court. Now for Example if you plea not guilty in court the Judge will give you another court date to attend in which the officer will be given a subpoena to testify against you. If the Officer does not show up in court the case will be dismissed.
Can a police officer release you and later issue a warrant for your arrest?
No, a police officer cannot issue a warrant for your arrest only a judge or court magistrate can do that.
What is the punishment for obstructing police in Michigan?
The punishment for obstructing police in Michigan is up to two years in prison, and a fine of up to 2,000.00. One can get one or both of these punishments.
If the police ask you to go to the station for questioning do you have to go?
If it is just an officer asking and you are not under arrest at the time you may decline to be questioned although if you are hiding information that will help the case and it is determined that this is so, you can be charged with obstructing an officer.
If a police officer s killed are his cases dropped in court?
No, if a police officer is killed, his cases are not automatically dropped in court. The court procedures would continue as normal, with replacement officers or other personnel taking over the cases. The prosecution would make necessary arrangements to ensure the cases are pursued and justice is sought.
Does a Police Officer need to be certified to using a breathalyzer?
Yes, in order for the test to be admissible in court, the police officer must be certified in the proper procedures for use of a breathalyzer.
