Obstruction/ Resisting Arrest

Are you looking for a Colorado obstruction of justice or resisting arrest lawyer? It’s important to seek representation to help protect your rights if you’ve been charged with obstruction of justice, resisting arrest, or any related charges. In Colorado, resisting arrest is a Class 2 misdemeanor that carries up to 120 days of jail time. Fines for resisting arrest in Colorado range up to $750. When facing charges, it’s important to make sure your side of the event is heard. In certain cases, people facing charges are able to use evidence related to excessive police force for defense. At Koziel & Lehr Law LLC, we help clients throughout Colorado Springs, Denver, and the Denver Metro area facing misdemeanor and felony charges.

Resisting arrest means knowingly attempting to prevent an arrest. It covers attempts to prevent arrest using a variety of measures. You may be charged with resisting arrest if you’ve been accused of using physical force or violence against a police officer. Even threatening violence can be enough for charges to be brought against you. In addition, charges for resisting arrest can apply when someone is accused of using other means to create substantial risk for bodily injury to police officers. § 18-8-103.

It’s very important to know that charges for resisting arrest can be filed against you even if no police officers are harmed during the event. The mere threat of causing harm is enough for charges to be filed. If you’re facing charges for resisting arrest in Colorado, it’s essential that you avoid answering any questions without your legal counsel present. While resisting arrest carries the potential for up to 120 days of jail time, it’s important to remember that your sentencing for this offense may include jail time, probation, or fines associated with the initial crime that led to your apprehension by police.

Obstruction of justice occurs when a person hinders, obstructs, impairs, or interferes with the justice system using obstructive or violent actions. While resisting arrest falls under the umbrella of obstruction of justice, it’s important to know that obstruction of justice does not refer to one specific crime. It is actually a broad term used to describe a variety of different crimes.

Obstruction of justice in Colorado can refer to:

• Resisting arrest. § 18-8-103
• Acting as an accessory to a crime. § 18-8-105
• Obstructing a police officer, firefighter, or emergency responder. § 18-8-104
• Refusing to permit an inspection. § 18-8-106
• Refusing to assist a police officer. § 18-8-107
• Concealing a death. § 18-8-109
• Making false reports of weapons, explosive, or dangerous substances. § 18-8-110
• False reporting. 18-8-111
• Impersonating a police officer or public servant. § 18-8-113
• Disarming a police officer. § 18-8-116

This list represents just some of the many crimes that can fall under the umbrella of obstruction of justice. A conviction for obstruction of justice can range from a petty offense to a felony.

If you’re facing an obstruction of justice charge, having qualified criminal defense counsel is essential for exploring all avenues for having your charges reduced or dismissed. Your case will need to be developed around the particular facts and circumstances surrounding your situation.

Founded by two former public defenders with extensive knowledge of criminal defense in Colorado, Koziel & Lehr Law LLC is here to help you understand your rights if you’re facing felony or misdemeanor charges. We use a collaborative, investigative approach to helping our clients work toward getting charges dropped. If you’ve already been convicted of charges related to resisting arrest or obstruction of justice, our law office may be able to help you with appealing your case, seeking post-conviction relief, or getting your record sealed.

Don’t waste a minute before taking a step that can help you to protect your rights. Call our office at (720) 314-8750 today to book a consultation.