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What started as a routine traffic stop on the Balboa Peninsula quickly turned into much more, according to the Newport Beach Police Department.
The police officers discovered occupants on probation, open alcohol containers, a loaded ghost gun, and evidence of drug sales inside the vehicle.
The vehicle’s occupants are likely looking at felony charges and a stay at the Orange County Jail.
This is just a good example of NBPD officers staying proactive to keep Newport Beach safe. If you see something suspicious please say something. Your tips help the police to protect the community.
In California, the situation described above involves multiple serious offenses, each carrying significant penalties:
- Probation Violation: If you’re on probation and commit a new offense or violate any probation terms, you could face revocation of probation, reinstatement of the original sentence, additional fines, or jail time12.
- Open Alcohol Containers: Possessing an open container of alcohol in a vehicle is typically an infraction, punishable by a fine up to $250. However, if you’re under 21, it can be a misdemeanor with penalties up to six months in jail and a $1,000 fine34.
- Loaded Ghost Gun: Possessing a ghost gun (an unserialized firearm) is illegal, especially if it’s loaded. Penalties can include significant jail time, particularly if the firearm is used in a crime56.
- Evidence of Drug Sales: Possession of drugs with intent to sell is a felony. Penalties can range from 2 to 9 years in prison and fines up to $20,000, depending on the type and quantity of drugs78.
Combining these offenses can lead to compounded penalties, including extended prison sentences and higher fines.
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