obstruction of justice

Noun

Meaning

impeding those who seek justice in a court (as by trying to influence or intimidate any juror or witness or officer of the court); can result in a finding of contempt of court

Source: WordNet

Hypernyms

obstruction

Examples

John Hemphill, 52, of Arlington, Va., was arrested and charged with Assault and Battery on Police, Assault and Battery, Obstruction of Justice and Destruction of Property. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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