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by Alicia Honey on November 18th, 2009
I do not know law. However it would be logical that if they have a warrant out for their arrest then they have already avoided the law. Given that, if I were the police I would charge both with attempted escape.
by Greggo on November 19th, 2009
Only the driver is charged with evasion. But it's always better to turn yourself in on a warrant! :)
by john pennington on November 19th, 2009
Both are guilty.
Its the same as if you drove the getaway car and i went inside to rob a bank.
Both are guilty.
by skel1977 on November 19th, 2009
Depends on the arresting officer. More than likely both would be charged with evading police. Wether or not they are convicted is a different story.
by Hardcore Conservative on November 19th, 2009
More often than not, both would be charged. Whether or not they both are convicted is a whole differnt story.
by Sharona Life is a Tale Told by an Idiot on November 19th, 2009
If there is a warrant and it has not been answered, the charge applies to each offender.
by RosieGHM Jetpacker on November 19th, 2009
It is the driver who is in control of the car. If both have warrants out for them, both will be arrested. But the passenger is not in charge. I suppose he could open the door and fling himself out of a speeding car to escape that "escape the police" charge but I don't think that would be too wise. I don't know what the law is though! Happy Thursday! :)
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