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Virginia Obstruction of Justice Laws & Penalties Explained by Criminal Defense Attorney

Virginia Law: Obstruction of Justice The crime of obstruction of justice occurs when “any person by threats of bodily harm or force knowingly attempts to intimidate or impede … any law enforcement officer, lawfully engaged in the discharge of his duty….” VA Law § 18.2-460(C). Obstruction of Justice is a Class 1 misdemeanor in Virginia, […]