Conviction on a charge or Resisting Arrest in MA can
be punishable by imprisonment for up to 2 1/2 years or a fine of $500,
or both.
Even if the arrest is ultimately deemed illegitimate
or unwarranted, that is still not a defense for resisting arrest.
If you are charged with Resisting Arrest or another
criminal offense, call me now at my office in Dedham, MA at
(781)326-2700, or my Brockton office to schedule your
free first appointment now.
By calling, you have nothing to lose. I'll be
happy to talk with you and discuss your case before you decide if you
want to hire me. Either way, you'll get some free advice. Defending
people accused of crimes is what I do for a living. Call to set up a
free consultation now.
Mass General Laws, Excerpt
Ch 268, Section 32B Resisting arrest
"A person commits the crime of resisting arrest if he
knowingly prevents or attempts to prevent a police officer ... from
effecting an arrest of the actor or another, by using or threatening
to use physical force or violence against the police officer or
another or