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fire-protection system in California Criminal Law

Current through 2026 California legislative session

In California criminal law, “fire-protection system” 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 “fire-protection system” mean in California criminal law?

“fire-protection system” includes, but is not limited to, an automatic fire sprinkler system, standpipe system, automatic fixed fire extinguishing system, and fire alarm system. (Cal. Penal Code § 386)

Statutes defining or using this term

Related terms in the same statutes

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.