4.12. Escape From Custody

  • A person who has been physically detained by use of restraints or physical force by a peace officer and escapes from said Peace Officer’s personal custody, resulting in a warrant or APB being needed to apprehend the suspect.

  • Until a warrant or APB is placed, this incident is classified as (4)12. Resisting a Peace Officer.

  • (( If a person quits during an arrest, they may be charged with Escape From Custody at admin discretion. ))

- Penal Code (4)12 is a felony punishable by a maximum of 25 months imprisonment and no more than $250 in fines. This falls under Officer Discretion.

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