You are being chased by a police vehicle with its lights and sirens activated. You ignore the warning to stop and speed away. During the chase, a person is seriously injured. You are subject to:
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Attending an anger-management class.
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A fine not less than $5,000.
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Imprisonment in a state prison for up to seven years.
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Explanation
In California, if you flee from a police vehicle with its lights and sirens activated and, during the pursuit, cause serious injury to someone, you are subject to imprisonment in a state prison for 3, 5, or 7 years.
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