California · Penal Code
PEN §1202.43: (a) The restitution fine imposed pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 13967 of the Government Code, as operative on or before September 28, 1994, subparagraph (B) of paragraph (2) of subdivision (a)
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This statute establishes procedures for collecting restitution fines imposed in criminal cases, including requirements to report unpaid felony fines to the state Controller and authorizes the state to pursue collection as a debt owed to the state.
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