Resisting arrest

Illegal act Resisting arrest is the act of a person attempting to physically, but not always violently, prevent a law enforcement officer from placing the person in custody. It is considered a criminal offense in many jurisdictions. Brazil In Brazil, resistance to arrest is defined under the Brazilian Penal Code as "opposition to the execution of a legal act, by means of violence or threat towards a competent official executing it, or someone assisting them." The penalty for this offense in Brazil is imprisonment of 1 to 3 years. In addition, any damages caused as a result of the violence used during the act are also charged to the offender and may result in further legal consequences. Canada The Canadian Criminal Code has two provisions covering resisting arrest. Section 129(a) makes it an offense for anyone who "resists or willfully obstructs a public officer or peace officer in the execution of their duty or any person lawfully acting in aid of such an officer". Section 270(1) makes it an offense for anyone who "(a) assaults a public officer or peace officer engaged in the execution of their duty or a person acting in aid of such an officer; (b) assaults a person with intent to