California § 841 - The person making the arrest must inform the person to be arrested of the intenti
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 841 — The person making the arrest must inform the person to be arrested of the intenti, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 841. The person making the arrest must inform the person to be arrested of the intenti
The person making the arrest must inform the person to be arrested of the intention to arrest him, of the cause of the arrest, and the authority to make it, except when the person making the arrest has reasonable cause to believe that the person to be arrested is actually engaged in the commission of or an attempt to commit an offense, or the person to be arrested is pursued immediately after its commission, or after an escape. The person making the arrest must, on request of the person he is arresting, inform the latter of the offense for which he is being arrested.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 841
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 841 cover?
Section 841 ("The person making the arrest must inform the person to be arrested of the intenti") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 841?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 841" (California). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of California law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.
How does California § 841 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in California can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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