Penal Code

State of San Andreas

Penal Code

TITLE 1 - PERSONS LIABLE TO PUNISHMENT OF CRIME

All persons within the State of San Andreas are liable to punishment, except where:

• The defendant has diminished mental capacity

• The defendant was protecting themselves from immediate harm

• The defendant was protecting others from immediate harm

• The defendant is pardoned by the Governor of San Andreas

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TITLE 2 - PARTIES TO CRIME

Any person who was aware of a crime before it was committed or failed to contact law enforcement in a timely manner will be considered a party to the crime and charged as an accessory or co-conspirator.

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TITLE 4 - CRIMES AGAINST PUBLIC JUSTICE

4.1 - FAILURE TO IDENTIFY

Failure to provide a law enforcement official with their government identification card upon request.

Misdemeanor - 1 year imprisonment, $1,000 fine

4.2 - RESISTING ARREST

Deliberately attempting to prevent a law enforcement official from detaining or arresting them.

Misdemeanor - 

4.3 - OBSTRUCTION OF JUSTICE

Deliberately or negligently preventing a law enforcement official from conducting their lawful duties.

Felony - 

4.4 - BRIBERY AND CORRUPTION

Offering a bribe or accepting a bribe to conduct yourself otherwise in accordance with the best interests of the State of San Andreas.

Felony - 

4.5 - FALSIFYING EVIDENCE

Intentionally changing, destroying or creating inaccurate evidence.

Felony - 

4.6 - WITNESS TAMPERING

Threatening, incapacitating or otherwise preventing a witness from providing evidence to law enforcement.

 Felony - 

4.7 - ESCAPES AND AIDING THEREIN

Escaping or assisting someone in escaping the lawful custody of a law enforcement officer or the state penitentiary.

Felony - 

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TITLE 5 - CRIMES AGAINST THE PERSON

5.1 ASSAULT AND BATTERY

Intentionally or recklessly causing another to experience unlawful violence, force or injuries.

Misdemeanor - 

5.2 ASSAULT AND BATTERY WITH A DEADLY WEAPON

Intentionally or recklessly using a deadly weapon to inflict violence or injury onto another.

Felony - 

5.3 - ASSAULT WITH INTENT TO COMMIT A FELONY

Intentionally or recklessly inflicting violence or injury onto another with the intent to commit a felony.

 Felony - 

5.4 - MAYHEM

Intentionally incapacitating someone or injuring them to render them defenseless.

Felony - 

5.5 KIDNAPPING

Transportation or confinement of another person and holding them captive and against their will.

Felony - 

5.6 ATTEMPTS TO KILL

Intentionally attempting to commit homicide, but not being successful in their unlawful attempt.

Felony - 

5.7 - HOMICIDE

Intentionally taking the life of a human being.

Felony - 10 years imprisonment, $10,000 fine

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TITLE 6 - CRIMES AGAINST PUBLIC DECENCY AND MORALS

6.1 - OBSCENE OR HARMFUL MATTER

Displaying or otherwise exposing others to obscene or harmful matter that a reasonable person may consider to be distressing.

Felony - 

6.2 - CRIMES AGAINST RELIGION

Aggravating offense for when a crime is committed solely based on the victims religion.

Felony - 

6.3 - STALKING OR HARASSMENT

Following, approaching, pursuing or otherwise continuing unwanted behaviour when requested to stop by the victim or law enforcement officer.

Felony - 

6.4 - PROSTITUTION

Engaging in sexual activity for financial gain.

Misdemeanor -

6.5 - SEXUAL ASSAULT

Engaging in sexual activity with another who is not consenting.

Felony - 

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TITLE 7 - CRIMES AGAINST PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY

7.1 - JAYWALKING

Walking or crossing a road otherwise in accordance with street markings or designated crossings.

Misdemeanor - 

7.2 - LITTERING

Disposing of waste products or garbage in an unsuitable location.

Misdemeanor - 

7.3 - POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED DRUG

Possession of a controlled drug with the intent to use it for personal use.

Misdemeanor - 

7.4 - POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DISTRIBUTE

Possession of a controlled drug with the intent to sell or distribute to other persons.

Felony - 

7.5 - PUBLIC DISPLAY OF A FIREARM

Brandishing a firearm in a public place that is likely to cause alarm and distress.

Felony - 

7.6 - RECKLESS FIREARM DISCHARGE

Discharging a firearm in a location that is likely to cause alarm and distress without a reasonable excuse to do so.

Felony - 

7.7 - POSSESSION OF EXPLOSIVE DEVICE

Possession or control of an explosive device.

Felony - 

7.8 - ASSISTED SUICIDE

Encouraging or otherwise assisting a person to take their own life.

Felony - 

7.9 - MANSLAUGHTER

Unlawful killing of a human being without prior intent to deprive them of life.

Felony -

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TITLE 8 - CRIMES AGAINST PUBLIC PEACE

8.1 - DRUNK AND DISORDERLY

Acting in a disorderly manner while intoxicated by alcohol.

Misdemeanor - 

8.2 - CAUSING HARASSMENT, ALARM OR DISTRESS

Intentionally causing a reasonable person to feel harassed, alarmed or distressed.

Misdemeanor - 

8.3 - INCITEMENT OF A RIOT

Preparing, organising or encouraging mass public disorderly conduct.

Misdemeanor - 

8.4 - TERRORISM

Act of violence with the intent to cause or induce terror or fear on the general population.

Felony -

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TITLE 9 - CRIMES AGAINST STATE REVENUE AND PROPERTY

9.1 - TRESPASSING ON GOVERNMENT PROPERTY

Entering and remaining on government property without authorisation or permission from a government official.

Misdemeanor -

9.2 - FAILURE TO SECURE GOVERNMENT PROPERTY

Not locking or ensuring government property is secure before leaving it unattended.

Misdemeanor -

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TITLE 10 - CRIMES AGAINST PROPERTY

10.1 - THEFT

Taking property of someone without consent

Misdemeanor -

10.2 - BURGLARY

Stealing from a building or dwelling while trespassing.

Felony -

10.3 - CRIMINAL DAMAGE

Intentionally or recklessly causing damage to another’s property.

Misdemeanor -

10.4 ARSON

Intentionally or recklessly setting fire to a property.

Felony -

10.5 GRAND THEFT AUTO

Theft of a motor vehicle

Felony -

10.6 ROBBERY

Stealing property or money by force or through threats of violence.

Felony -

10.7 ARMED ROBBERY

Stealing property or money by force or through threats of violence while in possession of an item that is to be considered a weapon.

Felony - 

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TITLE 11 - ROAD TRAFFIC OFFENSES

11.1 PARKING

Parking a vehicle in any location not intended for parking.

Misdemeanor -

11.2 HEADLIGHTS

Operating a vehicle without headlights during night time or when weather conditions reduce overall visibility.

Misdemeanor - 

11.3 TRAFFIC LIGHTS AND SIGNS

Intentionally or recklessly ignoring traffic signals or signage.

Misdemeanor -

11.4 CARELESS DRIVING

Operating a vehicle without due care and attention for other road users.

Misdemeanor -

11.5 FAILURE TO YIELD FOR EMERGENCY SERVICES VEHICLES

Failing to yield and make room for any emergency vehicle that has its lights and/or sirens activated.

Misdemeanor -

11.6 FAILURE TO STOP AFTER MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION

Upon being involved in a motor vehicle collision, failed to stop their vehicle in a safe location and contact the required emergency services or vehicle recovery agencies.

Misdemeanor -

11.7 - RECKLESS DRIVING

Driving a vehicle without regard for the law or the safety of persons and property.

Felony -

11.8 - EVADING LAW ENFORCEMENT

Intentionally disobeying or refusing a law enforcement officer’s instructions to stop. A law enforcement officer can instruct a person or vehicle to stop with verbal commands or using emergency lights and sirens on their police vehicle.

Felony -