Obstruction of Justice
/ˌɒbstrʌkʃən əv ˈdʒʌstɪs/
Definitions
- (n.) The crime of deliberately interfering with the administration and due process of law, including acts such as destroying evidence, intimidating witnesses, or impeding investigations.
He was charged with obstruction of justice for tampering with witnesses in the trial.
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Commentary
Obstruction of justice broadly covers acts that hinder legal proceedings; statutes vary by jurisdiction and may specify distinct offenses under this umbrella term.
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