California legal term
Automated basis in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “Automated basis” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the California criminal code.
What does “Automated basis” mean in California criminal law?
“Automated basis” means using predefined criteria to trigger an automated query to the CURES database, which can be attributed to a specific health care practitioner or pharmacist. (Cal. Health & Safety Code § 11165.1)
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