Title: Penal Code 372 PC - California "Public Nuisance" Law
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Content: Defenses
A defendant can raise a legal defense to beat a charge under this statute. Common defenses include: one-time event,
few people affected, and/or
no notice. Penalties
A violation of this statute is a misdemeanor. This is opposed to a felony or an infraction. The offense is punishable by: imprisonment in county jail for up to six months, and/or
a maximum fine of $1,000. A judge may award misdemeanor (or summary) probation in lieu of jail time. Our California criminal defense attorneys will explain the following in this article: 1.