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MisdemeanorCalifornia · Penal Code § 537

Defrauding an Innkeeper

Leaving a restaurant or hotel without paying on purpose.

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 got food or a room
  2. 2You meant not to pay
  3. 3You left without paying

Possible punishment

Up to 6 months if $950 or less.