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WobblerCalifornia · Vehicle Code § 2800.2

Reckless Evading Police

Running from police in a car and driving in a very unsafe way.

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.

  1. 1A marked police car with lights and siren followed you.
  2. 2You tried to get away.
  3. 3You drove with a wild disregard for safety.

Possible punishment

Misdemeanor: up to 1 year. Felony: 16 months, 2, or 3 years.