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Possession of Marijuana: As of January 1, 2011 possession of marijuana (one ounce -28.5 grams or less) is an infraction, punishable by up to a $100 fine (plus fees), with no criminal record. Possession of more than an ounce of marijuana is punishable by up to one year in jail and a minimum fine of Read More …
Gang-Related Violence/Gang Enhancements (PC 186.22): Penal Code 186.22(a) is the crime of participation in a gang and Penal Code 186.22(b) is defined as the gang sentencing enhancement. The second part (b) is an actual sentence enhancement (an addition to the penalty) for anyone who commits a felony for the benefit of the crew. The first Read More …
Resisting Arrest (PC 148(a)(1)): California Penal Code 148(a)(1) describes the crime most commonly referred to as “resisting arrest.” In California, “resisting arrest” law prohibits you from willfully obstructing, delaying or resisting a law enforcement officer or emergency medical technician (EMT) while he/she is performing his/her duties. Penalties (PC 148): Resisting arrest in California is a Read More …