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resisting process
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A quick definition of resisting process:
Resisting process refers to any action that interferes with the legal service or execution of a writ, warrant, or other process. This can include obstructing the process in any way. In most places, this is considered a crime and is also known as obstructing process or obstruction of process.
A more thorough explanation:
Definition: Resisting process is when someone interferes with the lawful service or execution of a writ, warrant, or other process. This is also known as obstruction of process. It is considered a crime in most jurisdictions.
- If a police officer is trying to arrest someone and that person physically fights back, they are resisting process.
- If a person refuses to comply with a court order, such as paying child support, they are obstructing the process.
These examples illustrate how someone can interfere with the lawful execution of a process. In both cases, the individuals are not allowing the legal system to do its job and are breaking the law by obstructing or resisting the process.