WobblerCalifornia · Penal Code § 246.3
Grossly Negligent Discharge of a Firearm
Shooting a gun in a way that could kill or hurt someone.
Can be charged as a felony OR a misdemeanor.
What the prosecutor must prove
They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.
- 1You fired a gun on purpose
- 2You were very careless
- 3It could have caused injury or death
Possible punishment
Misdemeanor: up to 1 year jail. Felony: 16 months, 2, or 3 years.
