California legal term
Playground in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “Playground” 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 “Playground” mean in California criminal law?
“Playground” means any park or recreational area specifically designed to be used by children which has play equipment installed, including public grounds designed for athletic activities such as baseball, football, soccer, or basketball, or any similar facility located on public or private school grounds, or on city, county, or state parks. (Cal. Health & Safety Code § 11353.1)
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