California legal term
Identification procedure in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “Identification procedure” 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 “Identification procedure” mean in California criminal law?
“Identification procedure” means either a photo lineup or a live lineup. (Cal. Penal Code § 859.7)
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Related terms in the same statutes
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