California legal term
public agency in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “public agency” 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 “public agency” mean in California criminal law?
“public agency” includes, but is not limited to, any state, county, city and county, city, public or constitutional corporation or entity, district, local or regional political subdivision, or any department, division, bureau, office, board, commission or other agency thereof. (Cal. Health & Safety Code § 11361.7)
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