Have you been charged with Resisting Arrest?
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A charge of Resisting Arrest in the State of Ohio is a misdemeanor charge which can carry a maximum penalty of 90 days in jail and a maximum $750 fine.
If you are charged or accused of Resisting Arrest, you will need an attorney who has experience in criminal defense. Get in touch right away to find what you can do to put yourself in position to defend against this charge. The consultation is free.
What is Resisting Arrest?
The Ohio Revised Code defines Resisting Arrest in R.C. 2921.31:
“(A) No person, recklessly or by force, shall resist or interfere with a lawful arrest of the person or another.
(B) No person, recklessly or by force, shall resist or interfere with a lawful arrest of the person or another person and, during the course of or as a result of the resistance or interference, cause physical harm to a law enforcement officer.
(C) No person, recklessly or by force, shall resist or interfere with a lawful arrest of the person or another person if either of the following applies:
(1) The offender, during the course of or as a result of the resistance or interference, recklessly causes physical harm to a law enforcement officer by means of a deadly weapon;
(2) The offender, during the course of the resistance or interference, brandishes a deadly weapon.”
The State must be able to prove that the arrest was lawful. They also must be able to prove that it was done recklessly or by force. If you are being arrested and try to pull away from handcuffs or otherwise physically resist the officer, you can be charged with resisting arrest.
What can you do?
Call now at 419-830-7441 for a free consultation. If you, or someone you care about, have been charged with an offense of Resisting Arrest in Toledo or the surrounding areas, a prompt and confidential consultation with a qualified attorney will help. Steps need to be taken at once to address these charges. Contact Brian C. Morrissey, Attorney at Law, right away at 419-830-7441 to set up a free consultation.
