California · Penal Code

PEN §1274: When the admission to bail is a matter of discretion, the Court or officer to whom the application is made must require reasonable notice thereof to be given to the District Attorney of the county.

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When a court or officer has discretion over bail admission, they must give reasonable notice to the District Attorney before deciding the bail application.

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When the admission to bail is a matter of discretion, the Court or officer to whom the application is made must require reasonable notice thereof to be given to the District Attorney of the county.

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