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MisdemeanorCalifornia · Penal Code § 417

Brandishing a Weapon

Showing a weapon in a rude, angry, or threatening way.

Less serious. Up to 1 year in county jail.

What the prosecutor must prove

They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.

  1. 1You showed a weapon or gun
  2. 2In a rude, angry, or threatening way
  3. 3Not in self-defense

Possible punishment

3 months to 1 year jail.