# Ala. Code § 13A-10-2: Section 13A-10-2 Obstructing Governmental Operations

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_AL_T13A_C10_S13A-10-2

## Section

- **Citation:** Ala. Code § 13A-10-2
- **Heading:** Section 13A-10-2 Obstructing Governmental Operations
- **Jurisdiction:** Alabama
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Alabama Code / Title 13A / Chapter 10 / Section 13A-10-2

## Text

(a) A person commits the crime of obstructing governmental operations if, by means of intimidation, physical force or interference or by any other independently unlawful act, he:

(1) Intentionally obstructs, impairs or hinders the administration of law or other governmental function; or

(2) Intentionally prevents a public servant from performing a governmental function.

(b) This section does not apply to the obstruction, impairment or hindrance of the making of an arrest.

(c) Obstructing governmental operations is a Class A misdemeanor.

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