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community program director in California Criminal Law

Current through 2026 California legislative session

In California criminal law, “community program director” 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 “community program director” mean in California criminal law?

“community program director” means the person, agency, or entity designated by the State Department of State Hospitals pursuant to Section 1605 of this code and Section 4360 of the Welfare and Institutions Code. (Cal. Penal Code § 1026)

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