State v. Williamson

Spartacus Williamson appeals his convictions for being a minor in possession of a firearm and for obstructing a public servant. He contends that the information charging him with obstruction failed to state the essential elements of the crime. He also challenges the sufficiency of the evidence as to both offenses. We affirm the possession charge but conclude that the information did not properly charge the obstruction offense. Thus, we reverse the obstruction conviction.

FACTS

Tacoma Police Officer Pat Frantz responded to a radio call reporting a fight "involving [the occupants of] a yellow…