California legal term
suspension in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “suspension” 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 “suspension” mean in California criminal law?
“suspension” means that the person’s privilege to drive a motor vehicle is temporarily withdrawn. (Cal. Vehicle Code § 13102)
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Related terms in the same statutes
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