California legal term
Promising program or practice in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “Promising program or practice” 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 “Promising program or practice” mean in California criminal law?
“Promising program or practice” means a program or practice that has some research demonstrating its effectiveness but does not meet the full criteria for an evidence-based designation. (Cal. Penal Code § 1203.099)
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