Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Resisting Arrest.
Resisting Arrest - as a noun
Physical efforts to oppose a lawful arrest; the resistance is classified as assault and battery upon the person of the police officer attempting to make the arrest
Example Sentences
"He was charged with resisting arrest after he ran from the police officer."
"The suspect's resistance during the arrest led to additional charges of resisting arrest and assaulting an officer."
"The man's history of resisting arrest made the police officers wary as they approached him."
"The defendant pleaded guilty to the charge of resisting arrest."
"She was booked into the county jail on charges of resisting arrest and disturbing the peace."
