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§ 835. — 835. (Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 2147.)

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Ch. 5.CHAPTER 5. Arrest, by Whom and How Made

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An arrest is made by an actual restraint of the person, or by submission to the custody of an officer. The person arrested may be subjected to such restraint as is reasonable for his arrest and detention.

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Legislative History

Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 2147.

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§ 835.
835. (Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 2147.)
§ 835a.
835a. (Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 241, Sec. 24.)
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