PL 205.30 · Article 205
Resisting Arrest
Resisting arrest applies when you knowingly try to prevent or obstruct a police officer from effecting an arrest.
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- You knew the person was a police officer attempting an arrest.
- You acted to prevent or obstruct that arrest.
Defenses that commonly apply
- You did not know the person was a police officer.
- You were not resisting; the record does not show obstruction.
- The officer was not effecting a lawful arrest.
Penalties and collateral consequences
A Class A Misdemeanor carries a maximum sentence of up to 364 days and a fine of up to Up to $1,000.
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