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 853 Mean?

853	Failure To Appear
853.	Failure To Appear
853.2	Colorado River Area Jurisdiction.
853.5	Failure To Sign A Citation.
853.5(A)	Failure To Provide ID.
853.617	Condition For Non-Release.
853.6(A)(1)	Release from custody and appearance before a magistrate; guidelines for misdemeanor offenses.
853.6(G)	Booking / citation / appearance in court guidelines
853.6I	Booking Into Jail.
853.6(I)(1)	Unable to release after arrest for misdemeanor because person arrested was so intoxicated that he or she could have been a danger to himself or herself or to others.

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