In general, the term obstruction of justice can be defined as

A. an act by which one or more persons attempt to or actually prevent the execution of a lawful process.
B. offenses that are committed by people in jail or prison.
C. offenses that are committed by those in positions of authority, such as corporate officers and political contributors.
D. offenses that are committed by citizens who wish to protest the existing legal system through lawsuits and civil disobedience.


Answer: A

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