Police officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a stolen vehicle at the intersection of Magnolia and Orangethorpe, according to the Fullerton Police Department.
However, the suspect fled from the officers, prompting a vehicle pursuit that continued into the City of Buena Park.
Ultimately, the suspect was apprehended and booked on multiple charges, including felony evasion, hit & run, possession of a stolen vehicle, and possession of drugs and paraphernalia.
In California, being arrested on multiple serious charges can lead to severe penalties. Here’s a breakdown of the potential consequences for each charge:
Felony Evasion
- Penalties: Felony evasion, under California Vehicle Code § 2800.2 VC, can result in 16 months, 2 years, or 3 years in state prison, and/or fines ranging from $1,000 to $10,000.
Hit & Run
- Misdemeanor: If the hit & run involves only property damage, penalties include up to 6 months in county jail and fines up to $1,000.
- Felony: If the hit & run involves injury or death, penalties can include up to 4 years in state prison and fines between $1,000 and $10,000.
Possession of a Stolen Vehicle
- Misdemeanor: Possession of a stolen vehicle valued at $950 or less can result in up to 1 year in county jail.
- Felony: Possession of a stolen vehicle can lead to 16 months, 2 years, or 3 years in state prison, and/or fines up to $10,000.
Possession of Drugs and Paraphernalia
- Drug Possession: Simple possession of drugs can result in misdemeanor charges, leading to probation, fines, or up to 1 year in county jail.
- Drug Paraphernalia: Possession of drug paraphernalia is a misdemeanor, punishable by up to 6 months in county jail and fines up to $1,000.
While officers were returning to Fullerton, they spotted a vehicle linked to a firearms brandishing incident in Los Angeles County.
They formulated a plan and executed a traffic stop on the vehicle near the intersection of Harbor Boulevard and the 91 Freeway.
The sole male occupant of the vehicle was also taken into custody.
In California, being arrested for brandishing a weapon and evading police can lead to serious penalties. Here’s a breakdown of the potential consequences for each charge:
Brandishing a Weapon
- Misdemeanor: Brandishing a weapon, such as a firearm or deadly weapon, in a threatening manner can result in up to one year in county jail and fines up to $1,000.
- Enhanced Penalties: If the weapon is brandished in the presence of a peace officer, penalties can be more severe, including up to one year in county jail or 16 months, 2 years, or 3 years in state prison.
Evading Police
- Misdemeanor: Simple evasion, under California Vehicle Code § 2800.1 VC, can result in up to one year in county jail and fines up to $1,000.
- Felony: Reckless evasion, under California Vehicle Code § 2800.2 VC, can lead to 16 months, 2 years, or 3 years in state prison, and/or fines ranging from $1,000 to $10,000.
