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complete successfully in California Criminal Law

Current through 2026 California legislative session

In California criminal law, “complete successfully” 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 “complete successfully” mean in California criminal law?

“complete successfully” means that a defendant who has had controlled substance education or treatment imposed as a condition of probation has completed the prescribed course of controlled substance education or treatment as recommended by the treatment provider and ordered by the court. (Cal. Health & Safety Code § 11373)

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Related terms in the same statutes

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.