California legal term
Security interest in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “Security interest” 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 “Security interest” mean in California criminal law?
“Security interest” means an interest that is a lien, mortgage, security interest, or interest under a conditional sales contract. (Cal. Penal Code § 502.01)
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