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Resisting Arrest

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Resisting Arrest Defense Attorney Delaware

A resisting arrest charge in Delaware may have started out as something much less serious but developed into a resisting arrest charge. Frequently, a resisting arrest charge began as a routine traffic stop or some other type of normal interaction with law enforcement. You might have had a bench warrant for your arrest in Delaware but not been aware of it. Maybe you forgot to pay a traffic ticket or some other minor infraction. Once the cop sees that you have an outstanding bench warrant, they may arrest you. The circumstances may irritate you and ultimately cause you to be non-compliant or confrontational. Since resisting arrest is always one of multiple charges, it is a good idea to speak with a Delaware Resisting Arrest Defense Lawyer.

If you have been charged with resisting arrest in Delaware call me, Delaware Resisting Arrest Lawyer Kevin P. O'Neill. I can be reached at 302 622 9500. You can also contact me via email here.

Charges Associated With Resisting Arrest In Delaware

Resisting arrest is rarely the sole charge you are charged with in Delaware. In order to resist arrest you have generally would be arrested for something else as well. Resisting arrest is usually a secondary or ancillary charge. Common primary charges are:

  • DUI/DWI
  • Drug Charges
  • Assault
  • Theft/Robbery
  • Sex Offenses
  • Juvenile Crimes

Resisting Arrest Laws In New Castle County Delaware

The state of Delaware considers resisting arrest either a misdemeanor or a felony. The circumstances surrounding the arrest determine if it is a misdemeanor or felony. If you run from or evade police on foot it will most likely be a misdemeanor. If you use physical force to resist arrest than it can be upgraded to a felony in Delaware.

Call a Delaware Resisting Arrest Attorney

If you have been charged with resisting arrest in Delaware please call me, Delaware Criminal Lawyer Kevin P. O'Neill at 302 622 9500. You can also email my office here.

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