Obstruct justice

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verb

To obstruct justice means to intentionally make the legal process more difficult or stop it from happening properly.

The court found him guilty of obstructing justice after he destroyed potential evidence.
Visual representation of "obstruct justice" - To obstruct justice means to intentionally make the legal process more difficult or stop it from happening properly.

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  • found guilty of obstructing justice
  • accused of obstructing justice

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Legal Trouble

Used when someone's actions could involve them in legal proceedings or increase legal difficulties.

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Tampering with the jury could lead you to obstruct justice.
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Crime Context

Mostly used in criminal cases, less so in civil disputes.

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She was charged with obstructing justice by intimidating a witness.
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Active Intent

It implies a deliberate action taken to disrupt the legal process.

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Deleting emails relevant to the investigation may be seen as obstructing justice.
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