Explain the Purpose of the Offense of Obstruction of Justice

question 22

Essay

Explain the purpose of the offense of obstruction of justice. Provide examples of how this crime may be committed.

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Definitions:

Sex

An individual’s membership in one of two categories—male or female—based on biological factors.

Gender

A social construct that refers to roles, behaviors, activities, expectations, and identities that societies consider appropriate for men and women.

Educational Attainment

The highest level of education an individual has completed, often used as a measure of social progress.

Victim Blaming

Refers to the tendency to blame individuals for their own misfortune, particularly in the context of crime or abuse, suggesting that they bear responsibility for someone else's actions against them.