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Basic Consequences Of Uncooperative Behavior And Resisting Arrest

Dmitry G2021-06-23T01:20:05+00:00Being arrested is never a pleasant event. Far from it, to say the least. After all, the law enforcement officers at times can be quite aggressive and harsh with the person, especially if the charges are serious. This is understandable, since it is their job, but such behavior may provoke a person and can make him do things that he will most definitely regret in the future. With that said, resisting arrest is also not a very good idea, since it will lead to additional charges. According to the Penal Code, resisting arrest may lead to a $1000 fine or a year in county jail, depending on the person’s behavior as well as all the other charges. Person’s criminal past and any existing criminal records are also a huge factor and if it is not the first time the person is resisting arrest, the penalties will be much more severe. To better...