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Felony case in California Criminal Law

Current through 2026 California legislative session

In California criminal law, “Felony case” 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 “Felony case” mean in California criminal law?

“Felony case” means a criminal action in which a felony is charged and includes a criminal action in which a misdemeanor or infraction is charged in conjunction with a felony. (Cal. Penal Code § 691)

Statutes defining or using this term

Related terms in the same statutes

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.