Interference with Official Acts — Iowa

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The Fight Outside the BarStep 3 of 4: Officers arrive and grab the arm of the one who shoved. That person pulls away.

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Terms with a legal meaning that is narrower than the everyday one. Each links to the definition and the authority behind it.

Aggravated misdemeanorThe highest level of misdemeanor, with up to two years and a fine of $855 to $8,540 where no specific penalty is given.
Class D felonyThe lowest class of felony, with up to five years and a fine of $1,025 to $10,245; a felony declared without a class is a class D felony.
Dangerous weaponAny firearm, a knife with a blade over five inches, a stun device, and anything used in a way showing intent to kill or seriously injure.
Interference with official actsKnowingly resisting or obstructing a known peace officer, jailer, emergency medical provider or firefighter in a lawful duty, a simple misdemeanor with a fine of not less than $250.
Serious misdemeanorThe middle level of misdemeanor, with a fine of $430 to $2,560 and up to one year in jail.
Simple misdemeanorThe lowest level of public offense, carrying a fine of $105 to $855, with up to 30 days in jail in place of or beside the fine.

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