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(J) Mean?

647(J)	Disorderly Conduct - looking through hole / opening / camera etc into bedroom/ bathroom/ changing room etc
647(J)(1)	The Use Of Any Instrument To Peep Into An Area Of Privacy
647(J)(1)	Any person who looks through a hole or opening with intent to invade privacy of another person inside..
647(J)(2)	Use of a concealed camera to record under another person's clothing for the purpose of viewing the body or undergarments.
647(J)(3)	Using concealed camera or photographic device to secretly film / photograph / videotape person who may be in a state of full or partial undress.
647(J)(3)(A)	Use concealed camcorder / photographic camera / etc to secretly videotape / film / photograph / etc another person without their consent or knowledge.
647(J)(3)(A)	Any person who uses a concealed camcorder or other camera to secretly video or record another for purpose of viewing the body.
647(J)(4)	Any person who distributes photographs or imaged of intimate body part of another w/intent to cause serious emotional distress.
647(J)(4)(A)	Unlawful to photograph or record the intimate body parts of another except where parties agree that the image shall remain private

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