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A male suspect provides a false name and date of birth to an officer. What specific offence under the Criminal Code (Canada) might he be committing?
Providing false identifying information to a police officer during an investigation or lawful interaction can be considered 'obstructing a peace officer in the
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Question: A male suspect provides a false name and date of birth to an officer. What specific offence under the Criminal Code (Canada) might he be committing?
Answer options: ✅ Obstructing a peace officer.
- Impersonating a peace officer.
- Perjury.
- Public mischief.
Correct answer: Obstructing a peace officer.
Explanation: Providing false identifying information to a police officer during an investigation or lawful interaction can be considered 'obstructing a peace officer in the execution of their duty' under Section 129 of the Criminal Code, as it hinders their ability to properly identify and investigate.
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