California Penal Code 949 – The first pleading on the part of the people in the superior court in …
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The first pleading on the part of the people in the superior court in a felony case is the indictment, information, or the complaint in any case certified to the superior court under Section 859a. The first pleading on the part of the people in a misdemeanor or infraction case is the complaint except as otherwise provided by law. The first pleading on the part of the people in a proceeding pursuant to § 3060 of the Government Code is an accusation.
(Amended by Stats. 1998, Ch. 931, Sec. 373. Effective September 28, 1998.)
Terms Used In California Penal Code 949
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
- Indictment: The formal charge issued by a grand jury stating that there is enough evidence that the defendant committed the crime to justify having a trial; it is used primarily for felonies.