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§ 834a. — 834a. (Added by Stats. 1957, Ch. 2147.)

California § 834a.
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Part 2.TITLE 3. ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS REGARDING CRIMINAL PROCEDURE
Ch. 5.CHAPTER 5. Arrest, by Whom and How Made

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Cal. Penal Code - PEN Code § 834a. (2026).

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If a person has knowledge, or by the exercise of reasonable care, should have knowledge, that he is being arrested by a peace officer, it is the duty of such person to refrain from using force or any weapon to resist such arrest.

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Legislative History

Added by Stats. 1957, Ch. 2147.
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