Obstruction and abusive language
110 Obstruction and abusive language
(1) A person must not obstruct an officer, or person assisting an officer, who is exercising powers or performing functions under this Act.
Fault elements:
The person:
intentionally obstructs the officer or person; and
(b) knows that the person who is obstructed is acting in an official capacity.
Maximum penalty: 100 penalty units or imprisonment for 6 months.
(2) A person must not use abusive, threatening or insulting language to an officer, or person assisting an officer, who is exercising powers or performing functions under this Act.
Fault elements:
The person:
(a) intentionally uses abusive, threatening or insulting language; and
(b) knows that the person to whom the language is used is acting in an official capacity.
Maximum penalty: 100 penalty units or imprisonment for 6 months.
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