A Center City Philadelphia woman was arrested after allegedly refusing to move out of the path of a delivery robot, a confrontation that was captured on video and has since drawn attention online.
  • gedaliyah@lemmy.worldM
    63·
    3 days ago

    I’d think that would be Obstructing public thoroughfare. Without saying the full interaction, it’s hard to say. It looks like she’s just standing in one place and it’s possible to pass on one side. It’ll be interesting to see what the lawyers decide on this one.

    • Taldan@lemmy.world
      84·
      3 days ago

      The robot couldn’t pass on either side. She’s blocking a sidewalk ramp

      What even is this argument you’re trying to make?

      She was given a lawrul order to move by police. She did not comply. Disorderly conduct is a very common result of that

      The law is structured such that you have to follow officer instructions, even if they are unlawful. If you were given an unlawful order, your recourse is to sue the city. It’s not a great system, but it’s the American one

      • Vespair@lemmy.zipEnglish
        4·
        2 days ago

        I’m confused, it’s not legal to block a person’s access, but what person was being blocked here?