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-Officer Joe asked John if John knew the whereabouts of John's brother, Jerome. Jerome is a suspect in a burglary. Even though John knew Jerome was headed to Jacksonville, John told Officer Joe that he had no idea of Jerome's whereabouts. With what offense could John be charged?

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John could be charged with obstruction of justice. Obstruction of justice occurs when a person interferes with the administration of justice by such as activities as making false statements to a police officer, interfering with an arrest, or hiding evidence. Perjury occurs when someone knowingly makes a false statement while under oath.

Torts -Officer Joe Asked John If John Knew the Whereabouts of of John's