Assault On a Police Officer -- Penal Code 241c PC

Описание: Criminal defense attorney Neil Shouse explains California penal codes for assault, specifically Penal Code 241c PC, assault on a police officer.

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California Penal Code 241c PC, sometimes called PC 241c, or just 241c PC, is the statute that makes assault on a police officer a crime. Assault on a police officer is a more serious crime than simple assault, which is made illegal under Penal Code 241.

The crime of assault is defined as "using force" such as punching, kicking, or throwing a rock at someone. But the crime of assault also occurs when you attempt to use force against someone, such as trying to punch someone but missing.

Simple assault against a regular citizen who is not a cop, is punishable by fines, and up to 6 months in jail if convicted. However PC 241c, assault on a police officer, is more serious, and is punishable by up to 1 year in jail.

However our law firm sees many innocent people charged with assault on a police officer. We see PC 241c charged in many instances of excessive force by police. If you were simply trying to defend yourself, and the police were using excessive force against you, then you are not guilty of PC 241c. Or perhaps you were simply flailing your arms, with no intent to hit or harm anyone. And sometimes the police completely make up these charges, just to protect themselves in cases of police misconduct.

If you or a loved one is charged with a crime we invite you to contact us at Shouse Law Group. We can provide a free consultation in office or by phone. We have local offices in Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, Pasadena, Long Beach, Orange County, Ventura, San Bernardino, Rancho Cucamonga, Riverside, San Diego, Sacramento, Oakland, San Francisco, San Jose and throughout California.