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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 664/245 Mean?

664/245	Attempted Assault with Deadly Weapon
664/245(A)	Attempted Assault w/Deadly Weapon.
664/245(A)(1)	Attempted Assault w/Deadly Weapon; not Firearm.
664/245(A)(2)	Attempted Assault w/Deadly Weapon - Firearm.
664/245(A)(4)	Attempted Assault on Another by Force Likely to Cause Great Bodily Injury.
664/245(B)	Attempt - Any person who commits an assault upon the person of another with a semiautomatic firearm shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison for three, six, or nine years.
664/245(D)(1)	Attempted Assault w/Firearm Upon the Person of a Peace Officer or Firefighter.

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