Hi, I have been charge with obstruction of a public officer; issued a $500 fine via mail.
I was with friends, intoxicated, an altercation was taking place, no violence just arguements, I grabbed a friend to restrain him, officer grabbed me from behind and charged me with obstruction.
I had denied this charge when questioned by the officers sergeant; advised him once I realised an officer was instructing me I followed his instruction.
My question is if I just pay the fine, I will have a record? If I would like a spent conviction do I have to do this via court attendance?
I have made a FOI request for body camera footage.
Any advice appreciated.
I was with friends, intoxicated, an altercation was taking place, no violence just arguements, I grabbed a friend to restrain him, officer grabbed me from behind and charged me with obstruction.
I had denied this charge when questioned by the officers sergeant; advised him once I realised an officer was instructing me I followed his instruction.
My question is if I just pay the fine, I will have a record? If I would like a spent conviction do I have to do this via court attendance?
I have made a FOI request for body camera footage.
Any advice appreciated.