Alabama § 13A-10-2 - Obstructing Governmental Operations.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 13A-10-2 — Obstructing Governmental Operations., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13A-10-2. Obstructing Governmental Operations.
(a) A person commits the crime of obstructing governmental operations if, by means of intimidation, physical force or interference or by any other independently unlawful act, he:
(1) Intentionally obstructs, impairs or hinders the administration of law or other governmental function; or
(2) Intentionally prevents a public servant from performing a governmental function.
(b) This section does not apply to the obstruction, impairment or hindrance of the making of an arrest.
(c) Obstructing governmental operations is a Class A misdemeanor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 13A-10-2
What does Code of Alabama § 13A-10-2 cover?
Section 13A-10-2 ("Obstructing Governmental Operations.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alabama § 13A-10-2?
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Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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