Many times a resisting arrest charge in Edmonton, Alberta started out as something much less serious but developed into a resisting arrest charge. Often times, a resisting arrest charge began as a routine traffic stop or some other type of common interaction with law enforcement. You may have had a bench warrant for your arrest in the Edmonton area but not been aware of it. Perhaps 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 could cause you to be non-compliant or confrontational. Since resisting arrest is always one of multiple charges, it is a good idea to consult with a Edmonton Alberta Resisting Arrest Lawyer.
If you have been charged with resisting arrest in Edmonton, Alberta call the Edmonton, Alberta Resisting Arrest Lawyers at McGlashan & Mackinnon. They can be reached at 877 557 4845. You can also contact an Edmonton Alberta Misdemeanor Defense Lawyer via email here.
Resisting arrest is usually never the sole charge you are charged with in Alberta. 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:
The province of Alberta 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, or assault, to resist arrest than it can be consider a felony in Alberta.
If you have been charged with resisting arrest in Edmonton, Alberta please call the the Edmonton Alberta Criminal Lawyers at McGlashan & Mackinnon. They can be reached at 877 557 4845. You can also email an Edmonton Alberta Criminal Defense Lawyer here.
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