California legal term
Federal bureau in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “Federal bureau” 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 “Federal bureau” mean in California criminal law?
“Federal bureau” means the Drug Enforcement Administration of the United States Department of Justice, or its successor agency. (Cal. Health & Safety Code § 11015)
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Related terms in the same statutes
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