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 647(F) Mean?

647(F)	Intoxicated in Public
647(F)(1)	Under Influence Of Intoxicating Liquor In A Public Place
647(F)(2)	Under Influence Of Drugs In A Public Place
647(F)(3)	Under Influence Of Combined Intoxicating Liquor And Drugs
647(F)/849(	Under The Influence Of Drugs/Alcohol And Released When Sober
647(F)849B	Under The Influence Of Drugs/Alcohol And Released When Sober
647(F)849B.2	Drunk In Public/Release With No Criminal Charges After Hold.
647(F)/849(B)(2)	Drunk In Public/Release With No Criminal Charges After Hold.
647(F)ALC	Under The Influence Of Alcohol / Drunk In Public
647F(C)	In Public Place Begging Or Soliciting Alms

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