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Felony serious crime, prison time Misdemeanor lesser crime Infraction fine/points only, no jail HUT Hold Until Trial — no bail Utility non-charge utility code

Sentence column = months of prison recommended. "Bail" = eligible for bail (Y/N). Fine is base fine before add-ons/discretion. Search box above filters every table and card on this page live — try a P.C. number, a word from a charge name, or a case name.

Penal Code

P.C. 1000–11005 · M.S. 1000s

All charges from the Penal Code tab, grouped by offense category exactly as in the handbook.

Offenses Against Persons — P.C. 1001–1031

ChargeClassP.C. #SentenceBailFineDescription
First Degree MurderFelony1001200 + JDN$40,000 + JDIntentional killing, acted willfully, deliberately, with planning and malice aforethought.
First Degree Murder of a Gov't EmployeeFelony1002200 + JDN$50,000 + JDSame as 1001 but victim is a government employee.
Second Degree MurderFelony1003160Y$20,000Causes death with intent to kill, but not premeditated/planned.
Second Degree Murder of a Gov't EmployeeFelony1004140Y$30,000Same as 1003 but victim is a government employee.
Attempted Mass Murder of Gov't EmployeesFelony1005120Y$50,000Attempted intentional killing of 3+ persons employed by government.
Attempted First Degree MurderFelony1006100Y$10,000Attempted intentional killing, willful/deliberate/planned/malice aforethought.
Attempted Murder of a Gov't EmployeeFelony100780Y$15,000Attempted intentional killing of a government employee.
Attempted Second Degree MurderFelony100870Y$8,000Attempts to cause death, intent to kill, not premeditated.
ManslaughterFelony100980Y$5,000Unintentionally causes death via an intentional act, felony act, or acts during a separate dangerous felony.
Involuntary ManslaughterFelony101060Y$3,000Unintentionally causes death via criminal negligence or during a dangerous misdemeanor/infraction.
Felony BatteryFelony101130Y$1,500Severe bodily harm without intent to kill, OR battery using a deadly weapon.
Felony Battery against an LEOFelony101220Y$2,500Felony battery against LEO during lawful duty. Use in place of Felony Battery when applicable.
Felony AssaultFelony101315Y$1,200Causes fear of imminent death, OR assault using a deadly weapon.
BatteryMisdemeanor101415Y$1,000Intentional non-consensual physical contact causing harm/offense.
Battery against an LEOMisdemeanor101510Y$1,500Battery against LEO during lawful duty.
AssaultMisdemeanor10165Y$750Causes fear of imminent harm or offensive contact.
KidnappingFelony101715Y$3,000Takes a person against their will, abducts without consent.
Kidnapping of a Gov't EmployeeFelony101860Y$5,000Same as 1017, victim is government employee.
False ImprisonmentMisdemeanor10195Y$800Restrains a person for extended time against their will.
Imprisonment of a Gov't EmployeeFelony102015Y$3,500Restrains a government employee against their will.
StalkingFelony102120N$1,000Pattern of repeated unwanted attention/harassment/contact causing reasonable fear.
HarassmentMisdemeanor102210Y$500Course of vexatious comment/conduct known to be unwelcome.
Reckless EndangermentMisdemeanor10235Y$500Conduct creating substantial risk of injury/death to another.
Criminal ThreatsMisdemeanor10245Y$450Intentionally threatens to kill/seriously harm, causing reasonable fear.
Gang Related ShootingFelony102560N$25,000Known gang/MC/criminal group member discharges a weapon at another based on affiliation.
Gang Related ViolenceMisdemeanor102630Y$8,000Known gang/MC/criminal group member uses force/violence based on affiliation.
TerrorismFelony1027HUTNHUT — 100mo / $100k flat (fightable)Deadly violence/intimidation to coerce civilians, influence gov't, or advance ideology. Needs harmful act + political/ideological motive. HUT
Hostage Taking of a Gov't EmployeeFelony102830Y$10,000Seizes/holds a gov't employee via force/threat/intimidation to compel action or prevent duty.
Hostage TakingFelony102915Y$5,000Unlawfully restrains a person as leverage/hostage with threats or force.
Aiding and AbettingMisdemeanor103015Y$1,000Assisting a non-violent/low-level offense (petty theft, vandalism, simple possession).
Felony Aiding and AbettingFelony103125Y$5,000Aiding/facilitating a felony (armed robbery, murder, kidnapping). May stack additional charges.

Offenses Involving Theft — P.C. 2001–2013

ChargeClassP.C. #SentenceBailFineDescription
First Degree RobberyFelony200130Y$8,000Steals via force/threat from a Financial Institution or Government Facility.
Second Degree RobberyFelony200220Y$5,000Steals via force/threat from a person or business.
First Degree BurglaryFelony200325Y$2,500As 2nd Degree Burglary, but government property, financial institution, or occupied dwelling.
Second Degree BurglaryMisdemeanor200410Y$1,000Entering property without consent to commit a crime.
Breaking & EnteringMisdemeanor20055Y$750Enters property without consent and/or tampers with alarm systems.
Grand LarcenyFelony200620Y$7,000Property value $10,000+. Excludes vehicle/vessel/aircraft/GTA theft.
Grand TheftMisdemeanor200715Y$500Value $250–$2,000. Excludes vehicle/vessel/aircraft/GTA theft.
Petty TheftMisdemeanor20085Y$350Value under $250.
Theft of an AircraftFelony200920Y$10,000Operates aircraft without owner permission/legal right.
Theft of a Government VehicleFelony201040Y$8,000Steals gov't-owned vehicle (LEO, fire, ambulance, military).
Theft of a Motor VehicleMisdemeanor20115Y$1,000Possesses vehicle w/o consent, no intent to permanently deprive.
Theft of a VesselMisdemeanor201210Y$1,000Operates a seaworthy vessel without permission.
Grand Theft AutoFelony201310Y$5,000Possesses vehicle w/o consent, intent to permanently deprive owner.

Offenses Involving Fraud — P.C. 3001–3013

ChargeClassP.C. #SentenceBailFineDescription
Felony EmbezzlementFelony3001HUTYHUT (subj. to amount)Trusted access used to steal from a public institution/state agency. HUT
EmbezzlementMisdemeanor300210YSubj. to amountTrusted access used to steal from a private business.
Money LaunderingFelony300330Y$7,500Concealing origins of illegal money via transfers (foreign banks/legit businesses).
AntitrustFelony300440 + JDN$20,000 + JDAnticompetitive business practices / illegal market manipulation.
ExtortionFelony300520Y$1,250Threats of future harm for personal/financial gain.
Impersonating a Government OfficialFelony300645Y$1,500Falsely represents self as official/agency in a convincing manner.
Identity TheftFelony300710Y$1,250Fraudulent acquisition/use of private identifying information.
Felony FraudFelony300820Y$5,000Criminal deception for financial/personal gain from a business/institution.
FraudMisdemeanor300910Y$2,500Criminal deception for financial/personal gain.
ForgeryFelony301020Y$2,000Creates false documentation: IDs, plates, money, contracts.
Voter FraudFelony301110Y$5,000Possesses/uses another's voter registration to cast a ballot.
Election InterferenceFelony3012120N$25,000Unlawful interference w/ election via fraud/deception/coercion (tampering, false info, intimidation, obstruction). Voter Fraud alone ≠ this.
Conspiracy to Commit Election InterferenceFelony3013300N$35,000Conspires w/ others to interfere w/ election. Cannot combine w/ 3012.

Offenses Involving Damage to Property — P.C. 4001–4008

ChargeClassP.C. #SentenceBailFineDescription
ArsonFelony400110Y$1,150Knowingly setting fire to / charring another's property, w/o consent or w/ malicious intent.
Vandalism of Government PropertyMisdemeanor400210Y$1,200Intentionally damaging/destroying government property.
VandalismMisdemeanor40035Y$500Intentionally damaging/destroying property.
Destruction of VegetationInfraction40040N/A$150Damages park flora (grass/bushes/trees) causing environmental harm.
Felony TrespassingFelony400520Y$1,100Trespassing where the area is restricted & on government property.
TrespassingMisdemeanor400610Y$300Enters/remains on private property w/o consent after being told to leave.
Illegal DumpingInfraction40070N/A$200Abandons property in parks/beaches/trails over 25kg; any hazardous/toxic waste.
LitteringInfraction40080N/A$100Depositing waste in an inappropriate location.

Offenses Against Public Administration — P.C. 5001–5020

ChargeClassP.C. #SentenceBailFineDescription
CorruptionFelony5001HUTYHUTPublic servant/official abuses authority via gross negligence or malice. HUT
BriberyMisdemeanor500210Y$400Offers a benefit to a public servant for favorable treatment.
JailbreakFelony5003100 + JDN$30,000 + JDEscapes State custody at/transporting to Bolingbroke State Penn, or from intensive-care hospitalization.
EscapingFelony500410Y$1,500Escapes LEO custody or a Law Enforcement Department building.
EvadingMisdemeanor50055Y$750Flees in a vehicle from an LEO to avoid detention/arrest.
ResistingMisdemeanor50065Y$500Flees on foot from / resists an LEO's detention or arrest.
Possession of Government EquipmentFelony500745Y / Auto Raid$7,000Possesses/distributes gov't-issued equipment (excludes lawful distribution by gov't employees).
Introducing Contraband into a Gov't FacilityFelony500820Y$500Introducing/attempting/possessing contraband in a government facility.
Failure to Obey a Lawful OrderMisdemeanor50095Y$300Disobeys a lawful order from an LEO or Officer of the Courts.
Failure to Obey a Court OrderFelony5010Judge DiscretionNJudge DiscretionDisobeys a court order.
Failure to AppearFelony50115–30N$1,000–$20,000Fails to appear in court w/o justified reason. Judge's discretion.
Contempt of CourtMisdemeanor501210N$800Disobedience/discourtesy to the Court or officers. Can be stacked.
Obstruction of JusticeMisdemeanor501315Y$750Interferes w/ discovery, arrest, conviction, or punishment of a crime.
Inciting a RiotFelony501440Y$1,000Incites violence as part of an assembly of 3+ persons.
Unlawful AssemblyMisdemeanor501520Y$300Gathering intended to disturb the peace or commit an unlawful act.
Interrupting a Scheduled Court CaseFelony5016100Y$15,000Causes a court case to be continuanced/extremely disrupted.
Practicing without a LicenseFelony501725Y$6,000Performs regulated professional activities without a proper license.
PerjuryFelony501820 / JDY$10,000Intentionally provides false testimony under oath.
Operating a Business without a LicenseInfraction50190Y$750Operates a business w/o appropriate licenses.
Reckless EvadingFelony502010Y$1,200Recklessly flees causing property/person damage in a vehicle to avoid LEO detention.

Offenses Against Public Order — P.C. 6001–6010

ChargeClassP.C. #SentenceBailFineDescription
Prosecutorial MisconductFelony600145Y$50,000Prosecutor/LEO overcharges in bad faith. Must be pressed by Special Prosecutor, DA, or ADA.
VigilantismFelony600220Y$10,000Acts as law enforcement without appropriate authority.
Evidence TamperingFelony600310Y$1,500Tampers, conceals, removes, or transports evidence usable by LEO/Courts.
TamperingMisdemeanor60045Y$500Disabling security systems, bypassing locks, interfering w/ alarms/surveillance/access control.
False ReportingMisdemeanor600510Y$250Reports a false or non-existent crime.
Misuse of an Emergency LineMisdemeanor60065Y$100Uses an emergency line without proper cause.
Disturbing the PeaceInfraction600700$300Disruption/nuisance in public space; weighed against social benefits/rights.
Public DefecationMisdemeanor60085Y$100Urinating/defecating in public — unwelcome, disturbing, or vandalizing.
LoiteringMisdemeanor60095Y$100Remains in a place without apparent purpose.
Constitutional Rights ViolationFelony60100–250N$100,000Individual/group violates constitutional rights. Not used with other civil statutes. Judge Discretion charge ONLY.

Offenses Against Health & Morals — P.C. 7001–7013

ChargeClassP.C. #SentenceBailFineDescription
TortureFelony7001150 + JDN$35,000 + JDCruel/prolonged/extreme pain for revenge, extortion, persuasion, or sadism.
MayhemFelony700280 + JDN$25,000 + JDTortures/inflicts extreme emotional distress on same person/group over 3+ days (separate days within 10 days). Cannot combine w/ Attempted Murder/Gov't Employee (1007) for same acts. LEO agency ≠ "group."
Desecration of a CorpseFelony700330Y$1,500Moves/damages a body w/o next-of-kin consent or State authority.
Drug TraffickingFelony700480 + JDN$35,000 + JDLarge quantities: 100+ Sched 1, 200+ Sched 2, 250+ Sched 3.
Production of a Scheduled SubstanceFelony700545Y$15,000Producing/attempting w/o license; tending 1+ plants; possessing seeds + production equipment.
Felony Possession — Schedule 1Felony700620Y$2,0001–20 units. Stackable up to 4x.
Felony Possession — Schedule 2Felony700715Y$1,2501–20 units. Stackable up to 5x.
Felony Possession — Schedule 3Felony700810Y$1,000Marijuana 20–150; other Sched 3 (Steroids/Xanax/Codeine/Rx) 5–25. Stackable up to 6x.
Misd. Possession — Schedule 3Misdemeanor70095Y$500Marijuana 15–20; other Sched 3 up to 5.
Sale of a Scheduled SubstanceFelony701025Y$6,000Sells/distributes w/o legal authorization/license.
Public IntoxicationMisdemeanor70115Y$500Intoxicated over 0.08% BAC in public, disturbing or a hazard.
Furnishing Alcohol to a MinorMisdemeanor701215Y$2,000Sells/furnishes alcohol under legal drinking age 21. Guilty ⇒ liquor license revoked.
Underage DrinkingMisdemeanor701300$500Consumption/purchase/possession of alcohol under 21.

Legal drinking age: 21. Legal BAC limit: 0.08%. Weed possession up to 14 is legal (see Bylaws).

Offenses Against Public Safety (Weapons) — P.C. 8001–8013

ChargeClassP.C. #SentenceBailFineDescription
Weapon TraffickingFelony8001100 + JDN$35,000 + JDTransports/possesses/brings across state lines 16+ unregistered/illegal weapons/explosives. Attachments don't count.
Manufacturing of WeaponryFelony800280 + JDN$25,000 + JDCreates/possesses equipment to manufacture firearms/explosives.
Manufacturing of Prohibited AmmunitionFelony8002A80 + JDN$25,000 + JDKnowingly manufacturing/crafting/altering unlawful/incompatible ammunition.
Possession of Prohibited AmmunitionFelony8002B80 + JDN$25,000 + JDPossessing/transporting/storing illegal ammo indicating non-personal use.
Trafficking of Prohibited AmmunitionFelony8002C100 + JDN$50,000 + JDBulk quantities indicating intent to distribute/traffic.
Sale of Illegal WeaponryFelony800360Y$8,000Selling/trading weaponry or illegal attachments w/o a valid permit.
Criminal Use of ExplosivesFelony800440Y$6,000Throws/places/propels an explosive at property or a person. Excludes fireworks.
Criminal Use of a WeaponMisdemeanor800510Y$1,000Uses/carries a weapon w/ intent to use vs. someone; incl. projectile weapons. Not self-defense.
Criminal Possession of ExplosivesFelony800630Y$5,000Possesses any amount of explosive devices (excl. fireworks), operational or not.
Criminal Possession — Class 3 WeaponFelony800735Y$2,5001–5 unregistered/illegal Class 3 weapons (SMGs). Stackable up to 3x.
Criminal Possession — Class 2 WeaponFelony800825Y$1,7501–5 unregistered/illegal Class 2 weapons (Shotgun/Auto-Pistol). Stackable up to 3x.
Criminal Possession — Class 1 WeaponFelony800915Y$1,0001–5 unregistered/illegal Class 1 weapons (Melee/Pistol). Stackable up to 3x.
BrandishingMisdemeanor80105Y$750Displays a weapon in public w/o legally justified reason.
Criminal Possession of Weapon AttachmentsMisdemeanor80115Y$2501–4 illegal attachments (suppressors, extended mags). Stackable.
Negligent Ownership of a FirearmInfraction801200$250Fails to exercise reasonable care securing/handling/using a firearm.
Possession of Items Used in Commission of a CrimeMisdemeanor80131Y$200Possession of items used/usable in the commission of the accused crime.

Offenses Involving Operation of a Vehicle — P.C. 9001–9025

ChargeClassP.C. #SentenceBailFineDescription
Felony Hit and RunFelony900125 + 5ptsY$1,500Flees an accident resulting in serious injury.
Hit and RunMisdemeanor900210 + 5ptsY$1,000Flees an accident w/o identifying self to other party.
Driving While IntoxicatedMisdemeanor900310 + 5ptsY$500Impaired driving — alcohol (>0.08 BAC) or drugs.
Endangering a PassengerInfraction900400$250Passenger in trunk/storage or otherwise unsafe manner.
Street RacingMisdemeanor900510 + 5ptsY$1,000Races a motor vehicle w/o a proper permit.
Reckless SpeedingInfraction90065pts0$50035+ mph over posted limit.
SpeedingInfraction90075pts0$300Driving faster than legally allowed.
Negligent DrivingInfraction90085pts0$250Drives without due care and attention.
Failure to StopInfraction90095pts0$50Fails to stop at signs/intersections/traffic devices.
Failure to Yield to Emergency VehiclesInfraction90105pts0$50Fails to pull aside for lights/sirens.
Failure to Display License PlateInfraction901100$100No unobstructed rear plate. Cannot be towed for this alone.
Driving while ObstructedInfraction901200$100Wearing headset/mask/earplugs covering both ears while driving.
Unroadworthy VehicleInfraction901300$150Operating a vehicle not authorized for public roads (golf cart, go-kart, lawnmower, aircraft, etc.).
TailgatingInfraction90145pts0$100Follows another vehicle at unsafe distance.
Failure to Maintain LaneInfraction90155pts0$50Fails to stay in proper lane / dangerous passing.
Malfunctioning VehicleInfraction901600$50Not roadworthy: excess smoke, missing doors, damaged lights, bald tires, etc.
Impeding TrafficInfraction901700$100Disrupts/stops flow of traffic.
Illegal ParkingInfraction901800$100Parks outside a designated space (crosswalk, driveway, sidewalk, multi-spot, etc).
Violation of Disabled Parking ProvisionsInfraction901900$50Parks in disabled space w/o permit.
Parking with Expired MeterInfraction902000$50Fails to pay metered parking charges.
Illegal TintInfraction90215pts0$50Tint obscures driver/passenger view. Excludes LEO vehicles.
Operating a Motor Vehicle without a LicenseInfraction902200$250No valid driver's license in possession.
Operating a Motor Vehicle with a Revoked LicenseMisdemeanor90235Y$350Drives while license is revoked.
Operating a Boat without a LicenseInfraction902400$300No valid boating license in possession.
Operating a Boat with a Revoked LicenseMisdemeanor902510Y$400Operates vessel while license is revoked.

Speed limits: City limits 55 MPH · County roads 65 MPH · Divided highway 75 MPH. Red lights = treated as stop signs. License required in-vehicle at all times.

Offenses Involving Well-Being of Wildlife — P.C. 10001–10013

ChargeClassP.C. #SentenceBailFineDescription
PoachingFelony1000115 + 5ptsY$1,500Hunting or fishing in a protected area.
First Degree Animal CrueltyFelony1000220Y$2,000Deliberate death of a domesticated animal w/o legal justification.
Second Degree Animal CrueltyFelony1000310 + 5ptsY$500Deliberate death of an animal (non-domesticated) w/o legal justification.
Third Degree Animal CrueltyMisdemeanor100045Y$200Deliberate harm, neglect, or abuse of animals w/o justification.
Wildlife HarassmentMisdemeanor100055Y$150Chases/disturbs/provokes wildlife, disrupting habitat.
Possession of Protected Species (10+)Felony1000615 + 5ptsY$1,500More than 10 protected fish/wildlife combined.
Possession of Protected Species (<10)Misdemeanor1000710 + 5ptsY$1,000Up to 10 protected fish/wildlife combined.
Hunting with Illegal EquipmentMisdemeanor1000810Y$1,000Uses a weapon other than the designated hunting equipment.
Hunting Outside a Permitted AreaMisdemeanor1000910Y$750Hunts outside a permitted area.
Over Max Hunting/Fishing Limit (>100)Misdemeanor1001015 + 5ptsY$750More than 100 hunted meat/fish on person+vehicle combined.
Over Max Hunting/Fishing Limit (>50)Infraction1001100$25051–99 hunted meat/fish combined.
Hunting/Fishing without a LicenseInfraction1001200$500No hunting/fishing license.
Hunting/Fishing with a Suspended LicenseMisdemeanor1001310Y$750Hunts/fishes with a suspended license.

Offenses Involving Operation of an Aircraft — P.C. 11001–11005

ChargeClassP.C. #SentenceBailFineDescription
Flying in Restricted AirspaceMisdemeanor1100110Y$7,500Unauthorized flight over restricted airspace (Bolingbroke, Fort Zancudo, military carrier).
Operating an Aircraft without a LicenseMisdemeanor1100210Y$7,500No valid pilot's license in possession.
Operating an Aircraft with a Revoked LicenseFelony1100320Y$15,000Operates aircraft while license is revoked.
Reckless Operation of an AircraftMisdemeanor1100410Y$15,000Reckless operation. Temporarily suspends license pending review.
Negligent Operation of an AircraftInfraction1100500$3,000Negligent operation. Comes w/ free license review.

Miscellaneous / M.S. Codes

ChargeClassCode #SentenceBailFineDescription
AccompliceUtilityM.S. 100125% of crimeY25% of crimeIntentionally/voluntarily participates by encouraging or assisting in a crime.
ConspiracyUtilityM.S. 100225% of crimeY25% of crime2+ persons join to agree to violate the law, then act on that agreement.
Trafficking EnhancementUtilityM.S. 100450 + JD$10,000 + JDDrug/Weapon Trafficking charge w/ ≥2x the qualifying amount: 20+ plants, 160+ Sched 1, 200+ Sched 2, 300+ Sched 3, or 32+ weapons.
Constitutional Rights ViolationUtility0–250N$100,000Individual/group violates constitutional rights. Not combined w/ other civil statutes.
BailUtility003x FineUtility charge to release someone on bail until trial.
Hold Until Trial (HUT)UtilityHUT0HUTUtility charge to remand someone in prison until trial.

Bail, Plea & Hold Until Trial

Bail Process (Not Guilty plea only)

1. Pay Bail → released.
2. Sent to Bolingbroke Penitentiary if can't/won't pay or ineligible for ankle monitor — serves recommended time, no fine. If later found not guilty: awarded $250/month spent in Bolingbroke.

Time reduction: up to 50% if LEO interrogated the suspect (officer's discretion). Fine reduction: up to 100% for first-time offenders (officer's discretion).

Plea Process

Guilty: sent to Bolingbroke or pay bail at 4x the fine to be released.

Not Guilty: sent to Bolingbroke for 100% of recommended time+fine, unless acquitted (then $250/mo award). Or dispute charges (see HUT box).

Bail Approval / Denial

Approval: runs through LEO Depts and/or the DA's Office. No judge signature needed.

Denial if defendant: is charged w/ any HUT offense; already out on bail for a separate pending matter; charged w/ 2nd Degree Murder of a Gov't Employee, Attempted Mass Murder of a Gov't Employee, Attempted 1st Degree Murder, Attempted Murder of a Gov't Employee, Manslaughter, Felony Battery vs LEO, or Mass Felony Battery vs LEO; or deemed a substantial risk to public/witness safety or judicial integrity (e.g. flight risk).

Hold Until Trial (HUT)

All HUT charges get a 500-month sentence for the crime plus whatever the judge adds after court. Explicit HUT charges: P.C. 1027 (Terrorism), P.C. 3001 (Felony Embezzlement), P.C. 5001 (Corruption).

Once you plead Not Guilty: check DOJ emails for a notice. If none, join DOJ emails and submit a "Dispute Charges" ticket with: full name, whether you have an attorney, whether you need one appointed/referred. Must be done within 7 days of arrest/charges. A judge can then schedule a bench trial and help secure an attorney. You have 1 week (7 days) to dispute charges.

Bail Rights & Forfeitures (read to defendant)

1. New arrest while on bail = automatic forfeiture + sent to Bolingbroke for original + new charges, no bail option on new charges.

2. Right to turn yourself in / plead guilty to await trial anytime.

3. Fail to appear/respond within 7 days ⇒ Warrant + bail forfeited.

4. Court scheduling is the defendant's responsibility, not DOJ/LEO.

Failure to Appear / Dispute Charges

Warrant issued + bail forfeited if paid. Not Guilty plea becomes Guilty upon apprehension. A new incident is filed for Failure to Appear — no bail option.

Payment & Proof

Payment goes defendant → processing party → submitted to Court. Processing party must photo-document receipt from defendant and payment to Court. Bail submission form: Suspect Name – Bail Amount – 1st/2nd/3rd+ Offender.

Return vs. Revoke of Bail

Returned if: defendant arrives to court date; turns self in to change plea/serve time; DA drops charges.

Revoked if: fails to respond to docket within 7 days of posting (⇒ warrant); fails to appear in court (⇒ warrant).

Statute of Limitations

Civil
14 days
Infractions
On the spot
Misdemeanors
21 days
Felonies
30 days
HUT charges
No statute
Warrant duration
30 days

Statute = time police have to file for a warrant.

License & Document Fees

Firearms License
$2,500
Firearms Reinstatement
$10,000
Hunting License
$2,500
Hunting Reinstatement
$10,000
Fishing License
$2,500
Fishing Reinstatement
$6,000
Name Change
$5,000
Marriage Certificate
$5,000
Expungement
$25,000 + JD

Name Change Eligibility

1) No active warrants. 2) Name must be somewhat realistic. 3) Name cannot be someone else's.

Marriage Certificate Eligibility

1) Between two consenting parties. 2) Must be officiated in San Andreas to be recognized.

Expungement Eligibility

Entitled if: convicted of a felony/misdemeanor; not currently facing charges or an active warrant; not currently serving a sentence; no outstanding court-ordered fines; completed sentence + all requirements (community service etc); at least 14 days since a misdemeanor conviction or 30 days since a felony conviction.

NOT eligible if: convicted of a Felony within 30 days of the expungement request.

Definitions, Miranda & Classifications

Miranda Warning (exact text)

"You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say, can, and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be appointed to you by the State if available. Do you understand the rights I have just read to you? With these rights in mind, do you wish to speak to me still?"

Reasonable Suspicion

A reasonable belief based on facts/circumstances that a crime has been, is being, or will be committed. Allows detainment only — NOT search & seizure.

Probable Cause

Strong belief based on facts/circumstances that a crime has been, is being, or will be committed. Allows arrest and/or search & seizure.

Weapon Classes

Class 1
Any Melee, or Pistol
Class 2
Any Shotgun, or Auto-Pistol
Class 3
Any SMG
Class 4
Any AR / Long Rifles / LMG
Explosives
Thermite, C4, Gas

Drug Scheduling

Schedule 1
No accepted medical use, high abuse potential — Heroin, LSD, Peyote, Ecstasy
Schedule 2
High abuse potential, severe dependence — Cocaine, Oxy, Fentanyl, Methamphetamine
Schedule 3
Low dependence potential — Codeine (Lean), Xanax, Steroids, Weed

Weed possession up to 14 units is legal.

Road Rules

Red Lights
Treated as stop signs
City limits speed
55 MPH
County roads speed
65 MPH
Divided highway speed
75 MPH

License required on person while driving. No plate = non-roadworthy, can be towed at LEO discretion.

Hunting & Fishing Regulations

License Revocation

Any hunting-related misdemeanor = Strike on Hunting License. 30 strike points = license revoked. Any hunting-related felony = immediate revocation.

Regulated Hunting Areas (7)

(1) Palomino Highlands · (2) South of San Chianski Mountain Range · (3) Mount Gordo · (4) Chiliad Mountain State Wilderness · (5) Raton Canyon · (6) North of Alamo Sea · (7) South & East sides of Mount Josiah. Hunting anywhere else is prohibited.

Hunting Rules

Only designated weapons (Hunting Rifle) may be used — any other weapon = Misdemeanor. Must not harvest over 50 pieces of animal meat. May defend against prohibited species — not harvest them.

Fishing Rules

Any body of water with fish = regulated fishing area. Anyone can fish anytime. Must not over-fish beyond 50. Must catch-and-release prohibited fish.

Regulated Species (limit 50)

Hunting: Rabbits, Boar, Deer, Cow, Pig
Fishing: Sardine, Yellowfin Tuna, Herring, Mackerel, Atlantic Salmon, Cod, Anchovy, Mahi-Mahi, Sea Bass, Red Snapper, Giant Bluefin Tuna, Flounder

Prohibited Species (catch & release / defend only)

Hunting: Coyote, Mountain Lions
Fishing: Blue Marlin, Swordfish, Tiger Shark

Animal Ped Rule Highlights (game-mechanic, non-legal)

30-day server tenure to apply; 7-day wait to reapply if denied. No operating vehicles/weapons/illegal items. Must have a reason to attack (warning signs first). Cannot join a "6-person" heist group; can be near petty crime (crafting, boosting, low-level robbery). No radio/goggles unless on-duty EMS/PD.

Case Law

Terry v. Ohio

Police may stop w/ reasonable suspicion a crime occurred/is about to; may frisk for weapons w/ reasonable suspicion the suspect is armed & dangerous.

Pennsylvania v. Mimms

Ordering a driver out of the car after a traffic stop + pat-down for weapons does not violate the 4th Amendment.

Maryland v. Wilson

Reasonable for officers to order passengers out of a lawfully stopped vehicle.

Brendlin v. California

All occupants of a car are "seized" for 4th Amendment purposes during a traffic stop, not just the driver.

Arizona v. Johnson

All occupants (not just driver) are detained during a stop and can be questioned about it; extends Mimms to all occupants.

Tennessee v. Garner

Deadly force vs. a fleeing unarmed suspect only allowed if officer has probable cause the suspect poses a significant threat of death/serious injury.

Chimel v. California

Arresting officers cannot search the whole home w/o a warrant, but may search the area within the arrestee's immediate reach.

Minnesota v. Dickerson

4th Amendment permits seizure of contraband felt via touch during a protective frisk ("plain feel").

Illinois v. Wardlow

Nervous, evasive behavior (fleeing a high-crime area at sight of police) is a valid factor for reasonable suspicion.

Graham v. Connor

Objective reasonableness standard applies to claims of excessive force during arrest/stop/seizure.

Florida v. J.L.

An anonymous tip describing only location/appearance (no illegal conduct info) is not enough for stop-and-frisk.

Maryland v. King

Cheek-swab DNA collection upon arrest for a serious offense is a legitimate booking procedure, reasonable under 4th Amendment.

Mapp v. Ohio

Exclusionary rule: unconstitutionally obtained evidence is inadmissible in criminal prosecutions (4th Amdt via 14th).

Whren v. United States

Any traffic offense is a legitimate legal basis for a traffic stop.

Hiibel v. Nevada

Laws requiring suspects to identify themselves during an investigative stop do not violate the 4th or (necessarily) 5th Amendment.

Carroll v. United States

"Automobile exception" — probable cause a vehicle contains evidence of a crime allows a warrantless search.

Miranda v. Arizona

Rights must be read before questioning; statements made without Miranda warnings are inadmissible. Not reading rights ≠ suspect is free to go.

City of West Covina v. Perkins

Due process requires notice that property was seized during a criminal investigation, but not detailed notice of post-seizure remedies.

Spontaneous Utterance

Unprompted statements made under intense emotional duress (before Miranda) can be used — must be unprompted, no police questioning.

S.I.T.A. (Search Incident to Arrest / Chimel rule)

Warrantless search of an arrested person and their immediate-control area, for officer safety, escape prevention, evidence preservation.

DOJ Procedural Manual

Criminal Procedure

  1. Defendant discusses case w/ attorney/PD; if pleading not guilty, attorney or defendant disputes charges in correct channel.
  2. DOJ member concurs → complaint filed to demand bench trial → Judge accepts/denies.
  3. If accepted: case added, service of process via e-mail.
  4. Defense may file a response w/ prayers to the court; trial date agreed by all parties.
  5. Discovery phase: prosecution files all evidence/witnesses. Filings are public record unless sealed.
  6. Sealed filings must be shared with defense counsel (or an attorney appointed if pro-se).
  7. Trial occurs → witness impact statement + verdict delivered, or continuance motioned.
  8. Transcript/video filed, case closed. Judge writes a rationale usable as future case law.

Civil Procedure

  1. Plaintiff pays court fee, files complaint → Judge accepts/denies.
  2. Non-moving party notified, may respond w/ motions/counterclaims.
  3. Discovery: both parties file evidence/witnesses. Sealed info follows same rule as criminal.
  4. Absent a successful pre-trial motion, trial occurs on a preponderance of the evidence standard.

Judges

  1. Final authority.
  2. May not engage in corruption or preside if not impartial.
  3. May not move sua sponte — cannot effectively help either side.
  4. Verdicts written with rationale — becomes case law.
  5. May not nullify laws (can impact interpretation).
  6. Cannot apply constitution/law in a way that breaks core game mechanics (e.g. 2nd Amendment re: firearms).
  7. Appeals granted only in very limited circumstances.
  8. Contempt of Court can be charged as misdemeanor or felony at court's discretion.

Attorneys

  1. Must have passed the Bar to act as attorney.
  2. Cannot represent a client presenting a conflict of interest.
  3. Must be of good moral character.
  4. DOJ may require attorney to act as PD or prosecutor; must disclose conflicts.
  5. Vexatious/meritless cases can lead to suspension/removal of Bar License.

Pro-Se Defendants

  1. May self-represent, but opposing side may motion for appointed counsel; judge decides.
  2. May bring 1 accompanying individual to confer with — only defendant may address the court.
  3. May obtain counsel anytime, subject to judge's approval, esp. mid-trial.
  4. May fire representation anytime; opposing party may object, judge rules.

Legal Filings

  1. All pleadings after initial plea go on a pleading document.
  2. Pleadings not refused for minor formatting issues.
  3. Follow movement + response formula, with a response deadline (can motion to set aside).
  4. Amicus curiae briefing requires the filer to have passed the Bar Exam.
  5. No home/business address? Use the DOJ's address on filings.

Out-of-Court Settlement

  1. Parties may settle regardless of criminal or civil.
  2. File motion to dismiss w/ settlement terms; opposing party may oppose.
  3. Civil cases may dismiss with/without prejudice. All criminal dismissals are with prejudice — overturned only via mistrial for significant new evidence. Civil w/-prejudice dismissals are not eligible for that treatment.

Witness Questioning & Testimony

  1. Sworn depositions or (preferably) trial testimony.
  2. Re-cross examination not currently allowed; witness recall may be requested.
  3. Proven lying under oath has serious consequences.
  4. "Pleading the 5th" strikes ALL prior testimony from the record.
  5. Testimony weighted by position — e.g. biased eyewitnesses weigh less than an unrelated LEO.

Case Law Weight

  1. US Supreme Court case law: treated with deference.
  2. State-level case law: usable, court has discretion to disregard.
  3. Prior San Andreas case law: usually holds, but a judge may overturn/limit w/ strong rationale.

Fruit of the Poisonous Tree

  1. Evidence must be collected properly and legally in criminal cases.
  2. All evidence stemming from one illegal act is discarded at trial.
  3. Civil trials get looser discretion — even evidence ruled inadmissible in a criminal trial may be allowed.
  4. Challenged-evidence rulings typically happen pre-trial.

Discovery / Subpoenas

  1. Subpoena duces tecum = production of evidence. Subpoena ad testificandum = production of witnesses.
  2. Must comply — failure risks a motion to show cause, then possible Contempt of Court.
  3. Subpoena must be court-approved; serving unapproved = possible Felony Fraud and/or Contempt.

Deadlines

  1. Criminal trial: file immediately if possible; otherwise 7 days after serving time to file for expungement/restitution.
  2. Civil trial: file within 14 days of the incident (resets if arising from a pending criminal trial).
  3. Missed deadlines may be excused for legitimate OOC reasons — discretionary, not a right.

Contracts, IA, and Courtroom Conduct

Contracts: illegal contracts (e.g. assassination) unenforceable, may be handed to LEO as evidence. Must have offer, acceptance, consideration, legal form/content, intent to create legal relations. Any attorney/judge may notarize (may charge a fee).

IA vs. Law: the legal system does not replace Internal Affairs, but you may not pursue restitution through both simultaneously — doing so risks dismissal/summary judgment.

Courtroom: Court = greenzone (no offensive weapons unless on-duty LEO). No RP'ing non-scripted items (e.g. pickaxe) as weapons, or converting non-offensive items (snowballs) into weapons. You may threaten/intimidate witnesses (clearly tied to the case) but never target a judge or opposing counsel.

State Bar License Terms (SASBA)

Terms of License

  1. No conflict-of-interest clients unless all parties sign a written waiver.
  2. Must sign a written Retainer Agreement with every client; copies given to SASBA on demand.
  3. Submit to random background checks; must remain of good moral character.
  4. SASBA may revoke/suspend license for any misconduct, criminal or not.
  5. Pay $5,000/month to SASBA to keep license current; lapsed license = cannot practice.
  6. Must agree to future licensing-term changes.
  7. Must report other attorneys' misconduct to SASBA.
  8. Must inform SASBA ASAP upon receiving any misdemeanor/felony charge.
  9. SASBA has discretion whether you may keep practicing during contested charges.
  10. No retaliation against whistleblowers — penalties up to permanent disbarment + criminal charges.

Penalties for Misconduct (escalating tiers)

Minor
Fines, suspension, or mandatory courses (any combo)
Significant
Any combination of Minor penalties
Major
Minor/Significant penalties OR non-permanent license revocation requiring re-examination
Irredeemable
Major-category penalties + permanent revocation + possible criminal charges

All proven misconduct is noted on the SASBA record and can be used against the attorney in future proceedings.

Quick Facts Grab-Bag

Legal drinking age: 21 Legal BAC limit: 0.08% Legal weed possession: ≤14 Bail = 4x fine (guilty plea) Not-guilty bail forfeiture = full new+old time, no bail on new charges Bolingbroke acquittal award: $250/mo served Warrant duration: 30 days SoL – Civil: 14 days SoL – Misdemeanor: 21 days SoL – Felony: 30 days SoL – HUT: none Dispute-charges window: 7 days Civil filing window: 14 days Expungement fee: $25,000 + JD Bar License dues: $5,000/mo City speed limit: 55 MPH County speed limit: 65 MPH Highway speed limit: 75 MPH Hunting/fishing limit: 50 Hunting license revoke: 30 strikes (misd) / 1 felony Reasonable Suspicion → detain only Probable Cause → arrest / search HUT explicit charges: P.C. 1027, 3001, 5001 Trafficking Enhancement = M.S. 1004 Accomplice / Conspiracy = 25% of underlying crime