Obstructing An Officer

Obstructing an officer or law enforcement agent is a crime in Oklahoma. It is unlawful to willfully delay or obstruct any public officer in the discharge or attempt to discharge any duty of his office. If you have been charged with obstructing a public officer, you are at risk of getting a misdemeanor on your criminal record. Our team of criminal defense attorneys can help keep your record clean and will assist you with your case. Read on to learn more about obstructing an public officer in Tulsa.

Punishment for Obstructing an Officer In Tulsa

The pertinent statute for this crime is Okla. Stat. tit. 21 § 540.  It is generally illegal in the state to interfere with a peace officer and general sentincing limits apply.

Obstruction of an officer in the discharge his duty is a misdemeanor. If there is evidence that you willfully delayed or obstructed a public officer in the course of discharging their duties, a court or jury may find you guilty of this crime.

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Title 21. Crimes and Punishments
Chapter 19 – Other Crimes Against Public Justice
Section 540 – Obstruction of Public Officer – Recording the Activity of an Officer in a Public Area

Any person who willfully delays or obstructs any public officer in the discharge or attempt to discharge any duty of his office, is guilty of a misdemeanor.

[Remember: Nothing in this section shall preclude a person from recording the activity of law enforcement in a public area, as long as the recording activity does not delay or obstruct the law enforcement agent in his or her duties.]

Criminal Defense Attorneys Near You

There’s no question about it, this can be a serious crime with major penalties. If you have been charged with obstructing an officer in the Oklahoma area, we can help. Our team of criminal defense attorneys have been helping those charged with a crime for decades now. Criminal defense is one of our specialties. Don’t settle for less, hire the best.  Call us today for a free consultation regarding your case.