Whether you are arrested for a crime or not in North Carolina, you could be charged with resisting arrest if you take any actions to oppose the officer’s instructions. This is a serious Penalties You Face If Convicted
If you plead guilty or are found guilty at trial of resisting arrest, you will be convicted of a Class 2 misdemeanor. Your sentencing will be more complicated than in other states because North Carolina takes into consideration a number of grossly aggravating, aggravating, and mitigating factors in determining your punishment. You could be sentenced to up to 60 days in jail, fined up to $1,000, be placed on probation with requirements to attend counseling and other meetings, and be required to perform community service.
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