On 11/26/2025, at 11:54 p.m., police officers were dispatched to the 15th St. apartments regarding subjects possibly doing drugs in a vehicle, according to the Westminster Police Department.
The police officers located the vehicle and the subjects in question.
While contacting the subjects, the police officers recognized the front passenger as a documented gang member on probation. The rear passenger was also a known documented gang member.
All of the subjects were detained without incident.
A search of the vehicle was conducted and a firearm containing an extended magazine and 16 rounds of ammunition were located.
All of the subjects were arrested and booked at the Orange County Jail for multiple felonies including felon in possession of firearm, felon in possession of ammunition, and destruction of a serial number, to name a few.
Here are the penalties the suspects could face under California law for the charges mentioned above:
Felon in Possession of a Firearm (PC 29800)
- Felony offense.
- Punishable by 16 months, 2 years, or 3 years in county jail under Penal Code 1170(h).
- Possible fine up to $10,000.
- Lifetime ban on firearm ownership remains in effect.
Felon in Possession of Ammunition (PC 30305(a)(1))
- Can be charged as a misdemeanor or felony.
- Misdemeanor: Up to 1 year in county jail and/or $1,000 fine.
- Felony: 16 months, 2 years, or 3 years in county jail and/or $10,000 fine.
Destruction or Alteration of a Firearm Serial Number (PC 23900)
- Felony offense.
- Punishable by 16 months, 2 years, or 3 years in county jail.
- Fine up to $10,000.
- Permanent loss of firearm rights and a felony record.
Additional Considerations
- If gang enhancements or probation violations apply, sentences can increase significantly.
- Multiple felony convictions may trigger California’s Three Strikes Law, leading to longer sentences.
- Judges can impose consecutive sentences if charges are not merged.