A citizen's arrest for a misdemeanor is lawful in California only when:

A citizen's arrest for a misdemeanor is

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AThe misdemeanor was committed or attempted in the arresting person's presence
BA supervisor authorized the arrest in advance
CThe misdemeanor caused financial loss over $500
DThe subject has a prior criminal history

✓ Correct answer: A. The misdemeanor was committed or attempted in the arresting person's presence For misdemeanors, California law requires the offense to have been committed or attempted directly in the presence of the person making the arrest.

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