People v. Heffner

Opinion

LILLIE, Acting P. J.

Following certification by the appellate department of the superior court, and good cause appearing therefor, the within appeal was transferred from the municipal court to this court for determination of whether Penal Code section 12031, subdivision (a) 1 applies to the weapon known as a “Taser.”

Defendant’s vehicle was stopped by police for investigation of a Vehicle Code violation; as defendant exited the vehicle, the officer observed a Taser in a holster on his belt, determined that it was “loaded” and arrested him. Defendant was convicted in the municipal court…