California · Penal Code
PEN §1201.3: (a) Upon the conviction of a defendant for a sexual offense involving a minor victim or, in the case of a minor appearing in juvenile court, if a petition is admitted or sustained for a sexual offense
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A court may issue a protective order up to 10 years prohibiting contact with a minor victim or their family after conviction for a sexual offense involving a minor. Violation is punishable under Section 166.
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