O.G.A. by means of a self defense spray defines which action?

• A. Intentionally causes temporary physical impairment to a PO or peace officer by discharging a self defense spray device to prevent a PO or peace officer from performing a lawful duty.
• B. Possessing a self defense spray device without authorization.
• C. Using a self defense spray on a crowd to disperse it.
• D. Attempting to spray a self defense device but failing to discharge it.

Answer: (A)

The action hinges on intentionally discharging a self-defense spray to temporarily impair a police officer so they cannot perform a lawful duty. The key elements are clear: the act is intentional, the spray is discharged, the result is temporary physical impairment, and the target is a police or peace officer with the aim of hindering them in carrying out their duties. This combination distinguishes it as a specific offense involving the officer being protected from harm and the remedy being a direct, purposeful use of the spray to disrupt official duties. Possessing a self-defense spray without authorization is about possession, not applying the device to someone; using it on a crowd focuses on dispersal rather than impairing an officer; and attempting to spray but failing doesn’t produce the required impairment or obstruction, so it doesn’t meet the offense described.