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California Penal Code Section 242

Battery under California Penal Code Section 242, is a subdivision of California Penal Code 240 for assault. It is a misdemeanor offense that is punishable by six months in jail and a maximum fine of up to two thousand dollars.

California Penal Code Section 236

False Imprisonment is defined as the act of intentionally keeping someone captive by capturing, retraining or convincing them to enter somewhere. In addition, the person being imprisoned or restrained did not give the other person their consent to do so.

California Penal Code Section 240

The law for California Penal Code 240 defines assault as someone intentionally acting in a manner that would conclude with force.

California Penal Code Section 192

Involuntary Manslaughter under California Penal Code 192, is a criminal offense and it is normally filed as a misdemeanor. It is when someone kills someone unintentionally, as opposed to murder under Penal Code 187.

California Penal Code Section 12020

Based on California Penal Code 12020 laws, anybody that offers, produces or is the owner of unlawful weaponry is in violation the code.

California Penal Code Section 166

Penal Code 166 is associated with disobeying or disrespecting the last word of the courtroom.

California Penal Code Section 148

Anyone who obstructs a police officer or emergency personnel during their time on duty can be found guilty of resisting an arrest, under California Penal Code Section 148.

California Penal Code Section 69

Based on Ca Penal Code 69, whenever you deliberately threaten or use physical violence, in order to hold off, block or avoid an officer’s warrants or block them from performing their duties , you're responsible for violating California Penal Code 69.

California Penal Code Section 273.5

Corporal injury can result in misdemeanor or felony criminal charges in the state of California.

How Will a Georgia Speeding Ticket Affect Me?

Any ticket 85 mph or higher on any road, or 75 mph or higher on any 2 lane road will make you a Georgia "Super Speeder". This will cost an additional $200 and could affect your insurance!

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