Texas Penal Code Practice

What offense occurs when words or physical actions prevent the execution of any process in a civil case?

1. Interference with Emergency Telephone Calls

2. Offensive gesture in public

3. Hindering Proceedings by Disorderly Conduct

4. Preventing execution of Civil Process

The correct answer is: Preventing execution of Civil Process

Preventing the execution of civil process is the correct answer because when words or physical actions are used to interfere with the execution of any process in a civil case, it constitutes the offense of preventing the execution of civil process. This offense specifically pertains to actions that obstruct or impede the lawful service or execution of civil court orders, such as subpoenas, warrants, or other legal documents. Option A, Interference with Emergency Telephone Calls, deals with a different offense related to preventing someone from making an emergency call or requesting assistance. Option B, Offensive Gesture in Public, pertains to behavior in public that is considered offensive or inappropriate, but it does not directly involve the obstruction of civil court processes. Option C, Hindering Proceedings by Disorderly Conduct, focuses on disrupting or obstructing legal proceedings through disorderly conduct, which is distinct from the specific offense of preventing the execution of civil process.