California legal term
public moneys in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “public moneys” 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 moneys” mean in California criminal law?
“public moneys” includes the proceeds derived from the sale of bonds or other evidence or indebtedness authorized by the legislative body of any city, county, district, or public agency. (Cal. Penal Code § 424)
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