Gang Injunctions
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Gang injunctions are civil suits that are requested and used to prohibit a certain group from entering a specific area. In short, these are restraining orders for gangs that allegedly exercise destructive behavior or are a nuisance to the public. In every case, a gang injunction names specific individuals, specifies a certain area, which is often referred to as the “safety zone,” and prohibits the group from participating in certain activities, such as:
- Wearing specific styled or specific colored clothing
- Fights
- Possessing narcotics
- Acting as lookouts for others
Violators of any activities that are directly listed in the injunction can be held in contempt of court, meaning the violator will receive a sentence for that illegal activity and will also face a sanction in addition to that sentence for violating the court order.
What If a Person Violates a Gang Injunction?
A violation of a gang injunction is treated as a violation of a court order, meaning that a violator can face costly fines and serious jail time. California laws state that violations of such are punishable by up to $1,000.00 in fines and a maximum of 6 months in jail.
What Will a Petition Include?
A petition will require an individual to provide information and proof of scholastic history, employment, and other sources of evidence that prove the person is not involved in gang activities. From there, the district attorney will make a decision regarding the outcome.
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