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MisdemeanorCalifornia · Penal Code § 148(a)(1)

Resisting an Officer

Getting in the way of a police officer who is doing their job.

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. 1An officer was doing their lawful job.
  2. 2You fought, delayed, or got in the way.
  3. 3You knew or should have known they were an officer.

Possible punishment

Up to 1 year in jail and/or up to $1,000 fine.