Talk:Fresh Meat/@comment-96.22.100.13-20150109022724/@comment-25937133-20150109032258

Lying to the police (if NOT under oath) would be considered "Obstruction of Justice" and is indeed a crime. However, I think it's up to the police whether or not to pursue legal punishment if they were the only ones being lied to. I'm not an expert; but I get the impression that they will overlook the lying if the person comes clean and thus helps the investigation. It's sort of up to the cops whether or not they want to punish it.

I bet in this case, Tanner let Jason off the hook because she was happy that someone was finally telling her the truth. Lets face it, she's just been lied to over and over since she showed up. Which is sad given that she seems to be the only cop who isn't corrupt.

Also yeah it's Rosewood - where the legal system is made up and punishments don't matter! :P