Penal Code section 148(a)(1) covers resisting, delaying, or obstructing a peace officer.

• A. Penal Code Section 69
• B. Penal Code Section 242
• C. Penal Code Section 415
• D. Penal Code Section 148(a)(1)

Answer: (D)

The idea being tested is which law describes resisting, delaying, or obstructing a peace officer. Penal Code section 148(a)(1) is the one that fits this description. It makes it a misdemeanor to willfully resist, delay, or obstruct any peace officer in the discharge or attempt to discharge any duty of their office or employment. The key elements are that the act is willful, the person involved is interfering with a peace officer, and the officer is performing official duties. The obstruction can occur by any means that hinder the officer as they carry out their duties, such as during an arrest or investigation. The other sections cover different conduct: one addresses threats to deter a public officer from performing duties, another covers assault or battery on a peace officer, and another relates to disturbing the public peace. So the section that precisely covers resisting, delaying, or obstructing a peace officer is the one labeled as Penal Code section 148(a)(1).