The demurrer must be in writing, signed either by the defendant or his counsel, and filed. It must distinctly specify the grounds of objection to the accusatory pleading or it must be disregarded.

(Amended by Stats. 1951, Ch. 1674.)

Terms Used In California Penal Code 1005

  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.