California Gang Injunctions
What are gang injunctions in California?
- A gang injunction is a civil restraining order that places restrictions on members of a gang.
- A gang is defined as a group whose primary mission is criminal activity.
- According to the LAPD, there are currently 37 active injunctions in Los Angeles involving 57 gangs.
- Current Los Angeles Gang Injunctions
- Gang injunctions are a court order that restrict who you can associate with. If you are found to be a gang member, mere association with people suspected to be in a gang or criminal organization is a violation of the injunction.
- Your movements may also be restricted and you will not be able to enter delineated “safe zones."
- Gang injunctions are a serious criminal offense.
- Injunctions not only result in jail time, but can also impact your chances for future employment.
- Injunctions also dictate who you can associate with and what neighborhoods you are allowed to be in, which can greatly impact your freedom and mobility.
- Don’t risk it! If you, a family member, or friend is facing a gang injunction, it is best to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney.
- For the best gang injunction defense in Los Angeles, contact The Law Offices of Erik S. Lewin.
