California legal term
excusable neglect in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “excusable neglect” 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 “excusable neglect” mean in California criminal law?
“excusable neglect” includes, but is not limited to, error on the part of the court, prosecution, law enforcement agency, or witnesses. (Cal. Penal Code § 1387.1)
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