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It depends upon the wording of the statute in your paarticular jurisdiction. In some states it is a misdemeanor and in others it is a felony, in still others it can depend on how much resistance was given to the officer and can range from a misdemeanor charge up to a felony.
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Can you apply for a corrections officer job if you have a DUI and a resisting arrest charge?
"resisting arrest charge" no and we dont need you. DUI/DWI
Can you enter US with a resisting arrest charge?
can you get into the us from canada with an old resist arrest on record
How long does a misdemeanor charge of resisting arrest stay on your record in Canada?
Forever. Never leaves you.
Can a resisting arrest occur AFTER the arrest has been made?
Yes, if you try to get away after the arrest has been made, you can get charged with resisting arrest.
What other ways is resisting arrest a felony?
What are you trying to ask? Resisting arrest is totally self-explanatory.
Is this Resisting a peace officer So basically you got charged with resisting an officer not resisting arrest for being in a closet at a party Is it dumb that you are fighting this charge or not?
It's not dumb to fight this charge. If you keep fighting it, there is a good chance they will eventually dismiss it and then - no record. It's worth fighting.
What happens if you are battered and arrested by the police without commiting a crime?
They will probably charge you with resisting arrest or assaulting police to justify beating you.
How can a car accident turn into an resisting arrest charge?
The person getting cited for being at fault for the accident gets belligerent enough to the point where it warrants their arrest, and they resist the officer arresting them.
Is resisting arrest in Louisiana a felony or misdemeanor?
Is resisting an officer a felony in Louisiana
How serious is it to resist arrest?
It adds a few years; resisting arrest is resisting the law, and means you're dangerous enough to do who knows what to get away with what you did.
What fine do you get for resisting arrest in Canada?
The fine for resisting arrest in Canada is a $5,000. You may also be subjected to a period of 6 months in jail.
Is a officer justified in using force in order to arrest a resisting suspect?
an officer is justified in using force in order to arrest a resisting suspect?
