Obstruction of Justice
Obstruction of justice comes with severe penalties because it is considered to be a crime that undermines our judicial system.
People are charged with obstruction of justice when they intentionally interfere with an official investigation or judicial proceeding.
To be convicted of obstructing justice, prosecutors must prove that you intended to obstruct. They must also prove that you knew that a proceeding or investigation was underway.
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If you are charged with obstruction of justice, get help from an experienced lawyer
Obstruction of justice is a broad term that includes trying to prevent a legal action or interfering with the administration of civil or criminal judicial action. It often includes crimes committed by judges and government officials. Because it is considered a crime that undermines our judicial system, obstruction of justice comes with severe penalties. Some examples of obstruction of justice include:
- Bribery or attempting to influence or injure a victim, officer or juror
- Witness tampering or abuse of power
- Retaliating against an informant, victim or witness
- Withholding or destroying evidence
- Attempting to influence testimony
- Lying to investigators or giving false testimony
- Interfering with proceedings of government agencies, departments or committees
- Interfering with law enforcement officers
- Failure to prosecute judges or government officials
People are charged with obstruction of justice when they intentionally interfere with an official investigation or judicial proceeding. So, to be convicted of obstructing justice, prosecutors must prove that you intended to obstruct. They must also prove that you knew a proceeding or investigation was underway.
Obstruction of justice can be a misdemeanor or a felony
Depending on the circumstances, obstruction of justice might be considered a misdemeanor or a felony. For example, lying when you are are stopped by police for speeding will probably be a misdemeanor and carry a fine. Lying to a federal judge may be a felony and could result in imprisonment for up to 10 years.
If you are accused of obstruction of justice, contact an experienced criminal defense attorney right away. Authorities must prove your intent, which is usually very complicated. The Law Office of Nayib Hassan protects the rights of people charged with obstruction of justice. The prosecutor must prove your intent, which goes beyond circumstantial evidence. We can hold the prosecution to the standards that the law requires.
Nayib Hassan understands the complexities of obstruction of justice federal and state laws. We help protect the rights of people charged with obstruction of justice by developing the best defense for your particular circumstances.
If you are charged with obstruction of justice, contact the Law Office of Nayib Hassan
At the Law Office of Nayib Hassan, we help our clients defend against obstruction of justice charges. We will review your case and advise you of your best options.
Contact the Law Office of Nayib Hassan for the aggressive defense you need.
Call (305) 403-7323 or contact us online to speak with us at the Law Office of Nayib Hassan today.
When to Contact a Criminal Defense Lawyer
Nothing is more important than picking up the phone and contacting a criminal defense attorney after being accused of or arrested on a criminal charge. Even if you haven’t been arrested yet and the police are simply investigating their suspicions, it is in your best interest to pursue legal counsel as soon as you are able to.
At Law Office of Nayib Hassan, Nayib Hassan knows that bargaining for lesser charges is often not in the best interest of the client. Many prosecutors will put the pressure on in order to secure a guilty plea, often leading the accused into believing that there’s no way they will be found innocent in a court of law. However, our clients often stand the best chance of being proven innocent or having the charges dropped if we proceed with a trial.
We’ll investigate the evidence available in your case and will exhaust every possible resource in order to put together a strong, compelling defense that meets the prosecution at every turn. We will fight zealously for your rights under the law, regardless of the crime you have been charged with.
Don’t wait to get legal help if you or someone you love have been arrested for a crime or have been accused of committing a crime. Contact Law Office of Nayib Hassan today for a consultation to discuss the details of your case and to determine what the next best step should be.