California legal term
Upon demand in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “Upon demand” 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 “Upon demand” mean in California criminal law?
“Upon demand” means, in the case of an Indian child, the parent or Indian custodian may regain physical custody during a voluntary proceeding simply upon verbal request, without any delay, formalities, or contingencies. (Cal. Welf. & Inst. Code § 224.1)
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