California Penal Code Section 69
Are you facing charges for Resisting an Executive Officer? Violation of Penal Code 69 can be a serious felony or misdemeanor. We at MacGregor & Collins have over 30 years of experience in Orange County disorderly conduct cases. We are an unparalleled OC criminal defense firm who will help you understand the charges brought against you and fight to get you the best judgment possible for your case.
According to California Penal Code 69, when you intentionally use threat or violence or actually use force to delay, obstruct or resist an Executive Officer, you are guilty of violating Penal Code 69. Examples of an Executive Officer include police officers, judges, or even defense attorneys. It is an upgraded offense from the Penal Code 148, since you would have used force or threat to resist an arrest.
In order to prosecute for Orange County Resisting an Executive Officer, the state has the burden to prove you are guilty of:
- Intentionally and unlawfully resisting or obstructing an officer with threats
- Using force or violence to resist an arrest.
The penalties or punishment for Resisting an Executive Officer depend on a number of factors including criminal history and the conditions surrounding the offense. Resisting and Executive Officer can be filed under (felony or misdemeanor), and those found guilty can face:
- Felony - 16 months -3 Years in the California State Prison and a maximum $10,000 fine
- Misdemeanor - Up to 1 Year in the Orange County Jail and a maximum $10,000 fine
If you are facing Resisting an Executive Officer charges for Penal Code 69 and were falsely accused, the OC criminal defense attorneys at MacGregor & Collins can help you. We will bring superior legal experience to aid you in this challenging time. Call us today at (949) 250-6097.
