California · Penal Code

PEN §417.4: Every person who, except in self-defense, draws or exhibits an imitation firearm, as defined in subdivision (a) of Section 16700, in a threatening manner against another in such a way as to cause a re

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

A person who draws or exhibits an imitation firearm in a threatening manner to cause fear of bodily harm is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by at least 30 days in county jail, except in self-defense.

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Every person who, except in self-defense, draws or exhibits an imitation firearm, as defined in subdivision (a) of Section 16700, in a threatening manner against another in such a way as to cause a reasonable person apprehension or fear of bodily harm is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment in a county jail for a term of not less than 30 days.

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