California legal term
personal property in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “personal property” 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 “personal property” mean in California criminal law?
“personal property” includes, but is not limited to, the following: (1) Any television, radio, recorder, phonograph, telephone, piano, or any other musical instrument or sound equipment. (Cal. Penal Code § 537e)
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