Penal Code section 835

An arrest is made by an actual restraint of the person, or by submission to the custody of an officer. The person arrested may be subjected to such restraint as is reasonable for his arrest and detention.

Source: Section 835, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PEN§ionNum=835. (accessed May 19, 2025).

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May 12, 2025

§ 835’s source at ca.gov

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Location: https://california.public.law/codes/penal_code_section_835

Original Source: Section 835, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PEN§ionNum=835. (last accessed May 12, 2025).