Penal Code
The legal reference for officers, attorneys, judges and civilians.
Search charges, codes or keywordsCtrl K- Infraction71 charges
- Misdemeanor90 charges
- Felony78 charges
- Federal36 charges
General Information6
How the code works, how charges are classified and how sentences are set.
[1] Penal Code36
Offences against public authority, the justice system and general conduct.
- [1] 1 - Resisting ArrestMisdemeanor
- [1] 2 - Disobeying a Police OfficerInfraction
- [1] 3 - HarassmentMisdemeanor
- [1] 4 - Sexual HarassmentMisdemeanor
- [1] 5 - Lying to a Government OfficialMisdemeanor
- [1] 6 - Reckless EndangermentMisdemeanor
- [1] 7 - ForgeryFelony
- [1] 8 - Criminal ThreatsFelony
- [1] 9 - Identity TheftFelony
- [1] 10 - Impersonating a Police OfficerFelony
- [1] 11 - Impersonating an OfficialMisdemeanor
- [1] 12 - Aiding and AbettingFelony
- [1] 13 - Failure to Obey SignageInfraction
- [1] 14 - VigilantismMisdemeanor
- [1] 15 - Animal CrueltyMisdemeanor
- [1] 16 - Anti-Mask LawInfraction
- [1] 17 - JailbreakFelony
- [1] 18 - Escaping CustodyFelony
- [1] 19 - Possessing Items Used in CrimeMisdemeanor
- [1] 20 - Child NeglectMisdemeanor
- [1] 21 - Disarming a Police OfficerFelony
- [1] 22 - Entrapment
- [1] 23 - Harboring a FugitiveFelony
- [1] 24 - Stolen ValorMisdemeanor
- [1] 25 - TortureFelony
- [1] 26 - Aiding or Providing Toward Attempted SuicideFelony
- [1] 27 - Narcotic-Induced HomicideFelony
- [1] 28 - Fleeing the Scene of a CrimeMisdemeanor
- [1] 29 - Failure to Report a CrimeInfraction
- [1] 34 - Unauthorized Computer AccessFelony
- [1] 35 - Unlawful Wiretapping or EavesdroppingFelony
- [1] 36 - Unlawful Access to Law Enforcement RecordsMisdemeanor
Organized Crime4
[2] Violent Crimes Code21
Offences that harm, threaten or restrain people.
- [2] 1 - MurderFelony
- [2] 2 - Vehicular ManslaughterFelony
- [2] 3 - Involuntary ManslaughterFelony
- [2] 4 - Unlawful ImprisonmentMisdemeanor
- [2] 5 - KidnappingFelony
- [2] 6 - Hostage TakingFelony
- [2] 7 - Domestic ViolenceFelony
- [2] 8 - RobberyFelony
- [2] 9 - Strongarm RobberyFelony
- [2] 10 - Armed RobberyFelony
- [2] 11 - AssaultMisdemeanor
- [2] 12 - Aggravated AssaultFelony
- [2] 13 - Simple BatteryMisdemeanor
- [2] 14 - BatteryMisdemeanor
- [2] 15 - Aggravated BatteryFelony
- [2] 16 - Inciting a RiotFelony
- [2] 17 - Killing or Injuring a Police AnimalFelony
- [2] 18 - Abuse of a CorpseMisdemeanor
- [2] 19 - Concealing an Accidental DeathMisdemeanor
- [2] 20 - Attempted Murder of a Public OfficialFelony
- [2] 21 - Terroristic ThreatsFelony
[3] Vehicle Code40
Traffic, vehicle equipment, licensing and road safety.
Moving Violations16
- [3] 1 - SpeedingInfraction
- [3] 2 - Failure to Maintain LaneInfraction
- [3] 3 - Illegal PassingInfraction
- [3] 4 - Driving Under the InfluenceMisdemeanor
- [3] 5 - Failure to Obey Traffic Control DevicesInfraction
- [3] 6 - Driving the Wrong WayInfraction
- [3] 7 - Negligent DrivingInfraction
- [3] 8 - Reckless DrivingMisdemeanor
- [3] 9 - Aggressive DrivingMisdemeanor
- [3] 10 - Stopping on Railroad TracksInfraction
- [3] 11 - Illegal Street Competition, Stunting or ExhibitionMisdemeanor
- [3] 12 - Failure to Yield or Move Over for an Emergency VehicleInfraction
- [3] 13 - Distracted DrivingInfraction
- [3] 14 - TailgatingInfraction
- [3] 15 - Improper TurnInfraction
- [3] 16 - Failure to Control Speed to Avoid CollisionInfraction
Equipment Codes7
- [3] 20 - Unroadworthy VehicleInfraction
- [3] 21 - Driving without Headlights or SignalsInfraction
- [3] 22 - Missing or Improper Plates or RegistrationInfraction
- [3] 24 - Excessive Vehicle NoiseInfraction
- [3] 25 - Unauthorized Emergency Lights or SirensMisdemeanor
- [3] 26 - Altered Vehicle HeightInfraction
- [3] 27 - Altered or Obstructed VINFelony
Licensing and Documentation3
Roadway Violations8
- [3] 50 - Illegal ParkingInfraction
- [3] 51 - Hit and RunMisdemeanor
- [3] 52 - Impeding TrafficInfraction
- [3] 53 - Bicycle Lane MisuseInfraction
- [3] 54 - Non-Motor Vehicle on HighwayInfraction
- [3] 55 - Toll EvasionInfraction
- [3] 56 - Creating a Hazardous Road ConditionMisdemeanor
- [3] 57 - Micromobility and E-Scooter MisuseInfraction
Enforcement Violations3
Safety Codes3
[4] Public Order Code30
Offences that disturb the peace, obstruct justice or abuse public trust.
- [4] 1 - SolicitingMisdemeanor
- [4] 2 - Solicitation of Criminal ActivityMisdemeanor
- [4] 3 - Unlawful AssemblyMisdemeanor
- [4] 4 - Obstruction of JusticeFelony
- [4] 5 - Failure to IdentifyInfraction
- [4] 6 - LoiteringInfraction
- [4] 7 - False ReportingMisdemeanor
- [4] 8 - Violation of Restraining OrderMisdemeanor
- [4] 9 - ConspiracyFelony
- [4] 10 - Failure to AppearMisdemeanor
- [4] 11 - PseudocideMisdemeanor
- [4] 12 - Interference with Traffic Control DevicesMisdemeanor
- [4] 13 - Witness IntimidationFelony
- [4] 14 - BriberyFelony
- [4] 15 - Disturbing the PeaceInfraction
- [4] 16 - Public IntoxicationInfraction
- [4] 17 - Disorderly Public IntoxicationMisdemeanor
- [4] 18 - Disorderly ConductInfraction
- [4] 19 - StalkingMisdemeanor
- [4] 20 - Threats to Participate in a Criminal OrganizationMisdemeanor
- [4] 21 - PanhandlingInfraction
- [4] 22 - Disturbing a Religious MeetingMisdemeanor
- [4] 23 - Possession of a Prohibited AnimalMisdemeanor
- [4] 24 - Destruction of FlagInfraction
- [4] 25 - Funeral Service DisruptionsMisdemeanor
- [4] 26 - BigamyMisdemeanor
- [4] 27 - PerjuryFelony
- [4] 28 - Contempt of CourtMisdemeanor
- [4] 29 - Violating a Court OrderMisdemeanor
- [4] 30 - Threats Against a Public OfficialFelony
[5] Finance Code10
Fraud, extortion, laundering and unlicensed commerce.
- [5] 1 - ExtortionFelony
- [5] 2 - FraudFelony
- [5] 3 - Conspiracy to Commit FraudFelony
- [5] 4 - EmbezzlementFelony
- [5] 5 - GraftFelony
- [5] 6 - RacketeeringFelony
- [5] 7 - Unlicensed Sale or Service of AlcoholMisdemeanor
- [5] 8 - Unlicensed Sale or Service of TobaccoMisdemeanor
- [5] 9 - Money LaunderingFelony
- [5] 10 - Working without Employment at a Store or FranchiseInfraction
[6] Property Crime Code15
Theft, damage and unlawful entry.
- [6] 1 - Petty TheftMisdemeanor
- [6] 2 - Grand TheftFelony
- [6] 3 - Government Grand LarcenyFelony
- [6] 4 - Grand Theft AutoFelony
- [6] 5 - BurglaryFelony
- [6] 6 - TrespassingInfraction
- [6] 7 - Breaking and EnteringMisdemeanor
- [6] 8 - Home InvasionFelony
- [6] 9 - TamperingMisdemeanor
- [6] 10 - VandalismMisdemeanor
- [6] 11 - Possession of Burglary Tools with Intent to UseMisdemeanor
- [6] 12 - ArsonFelony
- [6] 13 - Criminal MischiefMisdemeanor
- [6] 14 - Possession of Stolen PropertyMisdemeanor
- [6] 15 - SquattingInfraction
[7] Health and Safety Code21
Controlled substances, minors, public health and medical conduct.
- [7] 0 - Medical Authority
- [7] 1 - Minor in Possession of AlcoholInfraction
- [7] 2 - Sale of Alcohol to a MinorMisdemeanor
- [7] 3 - Minor in Possession of TobaccoInfraction
- [7] 4 - Sale of Tobacco Products to a MinorMisdemeanor
- [7] 5 - Possession of Drug ParaphernaliaInfraction
- [7] 6 - Possession of a Controlled SubstanceMisdemeanor
- [7] 7 - Sale of a Controlled SubstanceFelony
- [7] 8 - Possession with Intent to SellFelony
- [7] 9 - Possession of Human RemainsFelony
- [7] 10 - Unlawful Practice of MedicineFelony
- [7] 11 - Involuntary Commitment Authority
- [7] 12 - Illegal DumpingMisdemeanor
- [7] 13 - Food Safety ViolationsMisdemeanor
- [7] 14 - LitteringInfraction
- [7] 15 - Public Urination or DefecationInfraction
- [7] 16 - CannibalismFelony
- [7] 17 - Minor in Possession of MarijuanaInfraction
- [7] 18 - TraffickingFelony
- [7] 19 - Unsafe Commercial OperationMisdemeanor
- [7] 20 - Medical NegligenceMisdemeanor
[8] Firearm and Weapons Code18
Ownership, carrying and use of weapons.
- [8] 1 - Possession of a Firearm without a LicenseMisdemeanor
- [8] 2 - Possession of a Firearm under the InfluenceMisdemeanor
- [8] 3 - Brandishing a Firearm or Deadly WeaponMisdemeanor
- [8] 4 - Criminal Use of a FirearmFelony
- [8] 5 - Illegal Sale of a WeaponFelony
- [8] 6 - Possession of a Firearm in a Restricted AreaMisdemeanor
- [8] 7 - Possession of an Illegal WeaponFelony
- [8] 8 - Failure to Declare a WeaponInfraction
- [8] 9 - Illegal Display of Weapons or EquipmentInfraction
- [8] 10 - Possession of an Unregistered FirearmMisdemeanor
- [8] 11 - Felon in Possession of a FirearmFelony
- [8] 12 - Unsecured Firearm near ChildrenMisdemeanor
- [8] 13 - Weapon during the Commission of a FelonyFelony
- [8] 14 - Discharge toward a Moving Vehicle or DwellingFelony
- [8] 15 - Unlawful Carry of a Concealed FirearmMisdemeanor
- [8] 16 - Illegal Possession of a TaserMisdemeanor
- [8] 17 - Unsecured FirearmInfraction
- [8] 18 - Possession of a Stolen FirearmFelony
[9] Fish and Game Code7
Hunting, fishing and wildlife protection.
[10] Maritime and Aviation Code8
Vessels, aircraft and airspace.
- [10] 1 - Boating under the InfluenceMisdemeanor
- [10] 2 - Reckless Operation of a VesselMisdemeanor
- [10] 3 - Boating without a LicenseInfraction
- [10] 4 - Onboard Vessel Safety Equipment RequirementInfraction
- [10] 5 - Mooring to Navigational Markers or BuoysInfraction
- [10] 6 - Airspace ViolationMisdemeanor
- [10] 7 - Unauthorized Landing at a Private AirportMisdemeanor
- [10] 8 - Interference with Airport OperationsFelony
[11] Federal Code36
Offences prosecuted at the state or federal level.
- [11] 1 - Unauthorized Entry (Federal)Federal
- [11] 2 - Illegal Residence or Unauthorized Presence (Federal)Federal
- [11] 3 - Harboring an Illegal Resident (Federal)Federal
- [11] 5 - Smuggling (Federal)Federal
- [11] 6 - Fraudulent Immigration Documents (Federal)Federal
- [11] 7 - Illegal Employment of an Unauthorized Resident (Federal)Federal
- [11] 8 - Visa Overstay (Federal)Federal
- [11] 9 - Human Trafficking (Federal)Federal
- [11] 10 - Threats Against an Elected Official (Federal)Federal
- [11] 11 - Terrorism (Federal)Federal
- [11] 12 - Terroristic Threats (Federal)Federal
- [11] 13 - Government Espionage (Federal)Federal
- [11] 14 - Treason (Federal)Federal
- [11] 15 - Association with a Prescribed Terrorist Organization (Federal)Federal
- [11] 16 - Attempted Murder of an Elected Official (Federal)Federal
- [11] 17 - Impersonating a Federal Officer or Agent (Federal)Federal
- [11] 18 - Deprivation of Rights Under Color of Law (Federal)Federal
- [11] 19 - Misuse of Government Resources (Federal)Federal
- [11] 20 - Government Corruption (Federal)Federal
- [11] 21 - Violating a Court Order (Federal)Federal
- [11] 22 - Perjury (Federal)Federal
- [11] 23 - Contempt of Court (Federal)Federal
- [11] 24 - Unlawful Access to Law Enforcement Records (Federal)Federal
- [11] 25 - Wiretapping (Federal)Federal
- [11] 26 - Hacking (Federal)Federal
- [11] 27 - Bank Robbery (Federal)Federal
- [11] 28 - Attempted Bank Robbery (Federal)Federal
- [11] 29 - Mail Theft (Federal)Federal
- [11] 30 - Unlawful Manufacture, Transport or Sale of Controlled Substances, Alcohol or Tobacco (Federal)Federal
- [11] 31 - Unlawful Manufacture, Transport or Sale of Firearms or Weapons (Federal)Federal
- [11] 32 - Prohibitions with Respect to Biological Weapons (Federal)Federal
- [11] 33 - Prohibitions with Respect to Weapons of Mass Destruction (Federal)Federal
- [11] 34 - Aviation Hijacking (Federal)Federal
- [11] 35 - Commercial Vehicle Hijacking (Federal)Federal
- [11] 36 - Hijacking of Public Transport (Federal)Federal
- [11] 37 - Use of a Jamming Device (Federal)Federal
[12] Commercial Vehicle Code28
Rules for trucks, buses, trailers and anyone driving a vehicle for work.
- [12] 0 - Scope and Definitions
- [12] 0.1 - Weight and Size Limits
- [12] 0.2 - Commercial Vehicle Inspection Procedure
Size, Weight and Cargo5
Equipment and Safety5
Inspection Requirements4
Driver Records and Hours6
- [12] 30 - Driving without a Commercial LicenseMisdemeanor
- [12] 31 - Improper Commercial License Class or EndorsementInfraction
- [12] 32 - Hours of Service ViolationInfraction
- [12] 33 - Falsifying a Driver LogbookMisdemeanor
- [12] 34 - Driving a Commercial Vehicle While ImpairedMisdemeanor
- [12] 35 - Failure to Carry Commercial DocumentsInfraction
Railroad Crossings2
Passenger Transport3
[13] Credible Fear Act27
Civil rules for people who say they cannot safely return to their home country, plus related criminal charges.
Foundations5
Civil Violations9
- [13] 1 - Refusal to Receive a Claim
- [13] 2 - Removal During a Pending Claim
- [13] 3 - Detention Based on Claim Status
- [13] 4 - Retaliation Against a Claimant
- [13] 5 - Unlawful Disclosure of a Claim
- [13] 6 - Failure to Cooperate with Screening
- [13] 7 - Frivolous or Bad-Faith Claim
- [13] 8 - Failure to Provide Notice
- [13] 9 - Obstructing Review
Criminal Charges13
- [13] 10 - Inciting Credible FearMisdemeanor
- [13] 11 - Mass Incitement of FearFelony
- [13] 12 - Brandishing a Fake WeaponMisdemeanor
- [13] 13 - Using a Fake Weapon in a CrimeFelony
- [13] 14 - Selling or Distributing Unmarked Replica WeaponsMisdemeanor
- [13] 15 - Modifying a Replica to Appear RealMisdemeanor
- [13] 16 - Hoax Threat or False Alarm of an AttackFelony
- [13] 17 - Corporate EspionageFelony
- [13] 18 - Theft of Trade SecretsFelony
- [13] 19 - Unauthorized Access to Business RecordsMisdemeanor
- [13] 20 - Corporate SabotageFelony
- [13] 21 - Bribing or Coercing an Employee for InformationFelony
- [13] 22 - Conspiracy to Commit Corporate EspionageFelony
Persons with Disabilities Act (2026)10
Rights, protections and required accommodations for people with disabilities, and how officers and officials should treat them.
Declaration of Federal & Government Authority10
Who holds authority in San Andreas, how federal, state and local bodies share it, and the limits that apply to it.
Procedures and Doctrines10
Standards officers, attorneys and judges apply when enforcing the code.