What are Crime Codes

California law defines each crime according to a specific code section. The Penal Code defines the vast majority of the crimes. But the Vehicle Code addresses certain crimes involving cars, motor vehicles and driving. The Health & Safety Code addresses most crimes involving marijuana or narcotics. You can find more information about California Criminal Codes on our FAQ page.

What does California Criminal Code 187 Mean?

187	Murder
1871	No agreement negotiated by the director under Section 1870 that reduces any liability by ten thousand dollars ($10,000) or more shall be effective until it is reviewed and approved by the Unemployment Insurance Appeals Board.
1871.4(A)	False Statement to Fraudulently Obtain Compensation.
1871.4(A)(1)	Making False Statement to Obtain/Deny Compensation
1871.4(A)(2)	Present False Oral/Written Statement For Compensation
1871.4(A)(3)	Insurance Fraud
18710	Any person / firm / corporation who (within this state) possess any destructive device - other than fixed ammunition of a caliber greater than .60 caliber - is guilty of a public offense.
18710(A)	Possession Of Destructive Device Other Than Fixed .60 Caliber Ammunition
18715(A)	Felony Reckless or Malicious Possession of an Explosive Device in a Public Place.
18715(A)	Felony reckless or malicious possession of an explosive device in a public place.

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