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Recognized treatment program in California Criminal Law

Current through 2026 California legislative session

In California criminal law, “Recognized treatment program” 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 “Recognized treatment program” mean in California criminal law?

“Recognized treatment program” means a program that consists of the following components: (A) Substantial expertise in the treatment of child sexual abuse. (Cal. Penal Code § 1203.066)

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