Which act is covered by Utah Code 76-8-305?

The appropriate act covered by Utah Code 76-8-305 is interference with an arresting officer. This statute specifically addresses actions that hinder or obstruct law enforcement officers while they are performing their official duties, particularly during the process of making an arrest. Such interference can include physical obstruction, verbal threats, or any other behaviors that limit the officer's ability to carry out their responsibilities effectively and safely.

By contrast, resisting arrest typically refers to a subject's refusal to submit to arrest, which would fall under a different provision of Utah law. Assaulting an officer is also a distinct offense that involves physical aggression against law enforcement personnel. Obstructing justice encompasses a broader range of actions that might impede judicial proceedings or investigations, not limited to interference with an arresting officer. Thus, the focus of Utah Code 76-8-305 is specifically on actions that interfere with the arresting process.