R. v. X.X. – 2025 – 4751

Allegation

X.X. was charged in Calgary with obstruction of a peace officer and impersonation, contrary to sections 129(a) and 403(1)(a) of the Criminal Code. The allegations arose from a late-night traffic stop where officers claimed that X.X. misrepresented his identity during the course of the investigation. According to police, X.X. provided another person’s name and date of birth when questioned, and only later admitted his true identity.

The police alleged that this misrepresentation caused delays and confusion during the police inquiry and resulted in official documents—possibly summonses or administrative records—being wrongly issued in the name of an uninvolved individual.

Obstruction of a peace officer is a broad offence that applies when someone intentionally interferes with a lawful police investigation—whether by lying, fleeing, destroying evidence, or otherwise preventing an officer from doing their job. When coupled with impersonation, the case becomes more serious, especially where the deception causes real-world consequences for another person.

These charges are often misunderstood. What might feel like a moment of panic or avoidance during a police interaction can quickly turn into criminal allegations with lasting effects. The Crown routinely seeks convictions and criminal records in obstruction cases—especially where false identity or third-party harm is involved.

Result

All charges were withdrawn.

If you’ve been charged with obstruction of a peace officer, false identification, or impersonation charges in Calgary, don’t assume it’s a minor matter. These offences can carry jail time and create a permanent criminal record. Contact a Calgary criminal defence lawyer with experience defending obstruction cases.