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 208 Mean?

208	Kidnapping Punishment
20810	Manufacture, Import or Export for Sale, or Sell Undetectable Knife.
20810(A)	Misdemeanor Manufacture Or Sale Of Any Undetectable Knife.
208(A)	Kidnapping (Punishment)
208(B)	Kidnap Child Under 14 For Lewd/Lascivious Acts
208(D)	Kidnap With Intent To Rape / Oral Copulation

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