California legal term
Volatile solvent in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “Volatile solvent” 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 “Volatile solvent” mean in California criminal law?
“Volatile solvent” means a solvent that is or produces a flammable gas or vapor that, when present in the air in sufficient quantities, will create explosive or ignitable mixtures. (Cal. Health & Safety Code § 11362.3)
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