California legal term
Misdemeanor or infraction case in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “Misdemeanor or infraction 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 “Misdemeanor or infraction case” mean in California criminal law?
“Misdemeanor or infraction case” means a criminal action in which a misdemeanor or infraction is charged and does not include a criminal action in which a felony is charged in conjunction with a misdemeanor or infraction. (Cal. Penal Code § 691)
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