First as I am a new user I apologize if this is not in the right forum.
Tonight I was told by an Officer from another department that I should have charged an individual I arrested with Hindering a Police Officer (C268 S34) after they refused to book. I could find no such charge in any of my cruiser guides and a search of MGL located the law but it does not apply in my mind because the person must be disguised. I was wondering if anyone knew of a charge which is acceptable for a person who fails to cooperate at the booking window. I know of false name/SSN but if they refuse to even give a name, or in my case to be fingerprinted, photographed or answer demographic questions. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
Tonight I was told by an Officer from another department that I should have charged an individual I arrested with Hindering a Police Officer (C268 S34) after they refused to book. I could find no such charge in any of my cruiser guides and a search of MGL located the law but it does not apply in my mind because the person must be disguised. I was wondering if anyone knew of a charge which is acceptable for a person who fails to cooperate at the booking window. I know of false name/SSN but if they refuse to even give a name, or in my case to be fingerprinted, photographed or answer demographic questions. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.