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special consideration in California Criminal Law

Current through 2026 California legislative session

In California criminal law, “special consideration” 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 “special consideration” mean in California criminal law?

“special consideration” has the same meaning as specified in subdivision (c) of Section 14838 of the Government Code, as it relates to small business preference. (Cal. Vehicle Code § 40200.5)

Statutes defining or using this term

Related terms in the same statutes

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.