Legal Question in Criminal Law in California
What is the penalty for the State of California and Florida when a false name is given to the arresting police officer
Asked on 8/31/09, 12:01 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Joe Dane
Law Office of Joe Dane
I have no idea about Florida, but in California, it's a misdemeanor to falsely identify yourself during a detention or arrest. It's in Penal Code section 148.9 and carries up to 6 months in jail and/or a $1,000 fine.
Answered on 8/31/09, 2:41 pm
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