The California Penal Code: Your Complete Guide

California Penal Code 211

The California Penal Code 211 is a law that defines the crime of “assault with intent to commit mayhem or rape.” The defendant can be found guilty of this crime if they do something that is likely to produce this result.

Penal Code California 242

Penal Code California 242 prohibits the use of physical force against another person. It states that it is unlawful to use force or violence on someone else to prevent them from committing a lawful act.

California Penal Code 245

California Penal Code 245 describes the crime of battery as well as when and where it occurs. As a result of the use of guns or other dangerous items, the accused may also be charged with weapon offenses.

California Penal Code 273.5 A

Section 273.5 of the California Penal Code describes felony charges of domestic violence. Domestic violence can also be referred to as domestic battery, domestic abuse, spousal abuse, or spousal battery. Upon conviction, a minimum of one year in prison and a maximum fine of $6000 are imposed. 

California Penal Code 288

California Penal Code 288 prohibits knowingly employing, using, persuading, or coercing any minor under 18 to engage in any sexually explicit conduct for the purpose of producing any visual depiction of such conduct.

California Penal Code 422

California Penal Code 422 criminalizes the willful use of threats against another person as a form of intimidation or harassment. An accused can be charged with this crime if they willfully threaten to commit violence against someone else, and the threat is such that a reasonable person would fear for their safety.

Violation of this law carries a fine of up to $1,000 and/or imprisonment in county jail for up to one year.

California Penal Code 459

The California Penal Code 459 is a law that prohibits the use of force or violence on another person. It also prohibits the use of force or violence to take, damage, or destroy property.

Violating this law could result in a fine, imprisonment, or both.

California Penal Code 484

The California Penal Code 484 is a code that defines the crime of grand theft. If the value of the property exceeds $950, the crime will be considered a felony.

California Penal Code 487

Receiving stolen property is prohibited by California Penal Code 487. This complex charge often requires a skilled attorney’s assistance to successfully defend against the charges.

California Penal Code 602

Code 602 defines and regulates the crime of “disturbing the peace.” It is generally a misdemeanor.

California Penal Code 632

The California Penal Code 632 is a law that was originally enacted in the mid-1900s to protect the public health and privacy of victims of crime. The law prohibits public disclosure of their names, addresses, and other personal information.

The California Penal Code 632 has been updated several times over the past few decades to reflect changing technologies and social norms.