The paparazzo who led the way in the Justin Bieber freeway chase is now in the crosshairs of L.A. prosecutors ... TMZ has learned.
The CHP has completed its investigation and sent the file to the L.A. City Attorney. Frank Mateljan, spokesperson for the City Attorney, tells TMZ, his office is reviewing the case to determine if criminal charges against the photog should be filed.
Our law enforcement sources say the CHP recommended the photog be prosecuted.
We're told the possible charges include reckless endangerment.
Witnesses say the cars involved in the chase -- including Bieber's -- were traveling at speeds approaching 100 mph.
The City Attorney prosecutes misdemeanors, so if convicted, the photog faces jail time of 6 months for each offense.
The paparazzo who was the ringleader in the Justin Bieber freeway chase could be the first person charged under a new California anti-paparazzi law.
Sources involved in the investigation tell TMZ ... the CHP has recommended to the L.A. City Attorney that the photog be charged with the law that prohibits paparazzi from endangering people while trying to shoot photos or video.
We're told the CHP is also recommending a second charge -- reckless driving.
As we first reported, the L.A. City Attorney is reviewing the CHP's file and will decide what -- if anything -- to file.
If the photog is charged and convicted under the new law, he could go to the pokey for 1 year.
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