California legal term
DOJ Certified Instructor in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “DOJ Certified Instructor” 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 “DOJ Certified Instructor” mean in California criminal law?
“DOJ Certified Instructor” means a person designated as a handgun safety instructor by the Department of Justice pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 31635. (Cal. Penal Code § 16370)
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