California · Penal Code
PEN §1038: The Judicial Council shall adopt rules of practice and procedure for the change of venue in criminal actions.
Civil
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The Judicial Council must create procedural rules governing how venue changes are handled in criminal cases.
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The Judicial Council shall adopt rules of practice and procedure for the change of venue in criminal actions.
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