People v. Daniel G.

Opinion

RUBIN, J.

Minor Daniel G. appeals from the orders of the juvenile court determining that he was a ward of that court after finding that he had possessed an assault weapon (Pen. Code, § 12280, subd. (b)) and had loitered with the intent to publicize a street gang. (L.A. County Code, § 13.44.010.) For the reasons set forth below, we affirm the order as to the assault weapon charge but reverse as to the gang loitering charge.

FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

1. Assault Weapon Petition

At around 10 p.m. on September 23, 2002, minor Daniel G. (Minor) and several other youths were spotted passing…