A prosecuting attorney, in his or her discretion, may assist in the civil resolution of a violation of an offense described in Title 13 (commencing with Section 450) of Part 1 of the Penal Code in lieu of filing a criminal complaint.

(Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1518, Sec. 1.)

Terms Used In California Code of Civil Procedure 33

  • Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.
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