According to the Fullerton Police Department, police detectives found a documented gang member with a no-bail warrant at a motel last night.
During the investigation, officers located a firearm in the suspect’s vehicle. Further investigation resulted in the arrest of another person wanted on a parole warrant, as well as the discovery of a second firearm with the serial number removed.
Six documented gang members were arrested and charged with different firearms and narcotics offenses.
Our investigators and officers are still dedicated to keeping the streets safe by targeting illegal firearms, drugs, and gang activities in our communities.
Here’s a plain-text description of the punishments and employment implications for the six documented gang members captured in Fullerton.
Legal Penalties
The suspects face multiple serious charges under California law:
1. Gang Participation (Penal Code §186.22(a))
- Misdemeanor: Up to 1 year in jail and/or $1,000 fine.
- Felony: 16 months, 2 years, or 3 years in jail and/or up to $10,000 fine.
2. Gang Enhancement (Penal Code §186.22(b))
- Adds 2 to 10 years to the sentence for any felony committed for the benefit of a gang.
- In serious cases (e.g., violent felonies), enhancements can lead to life imprisonment.
3. Possession of Firearms
- Unlawful possession: Felony, up to 3 years in prison.
- Possession of a firearm with a removed serial number: Felony, up to 3 years in prison.
4. Parole Violation
- Immediate return to prison.
- Additional time added depending on the nature of the violation.
5. Narcotics Charges
- Vary by substance and quantity.
- Felony drug possession or trafficking can result in 2 to 5 years or more in prison.