California · Penal Code
PEN §1464: (a) (1) Subject to Chapter 12 (commencing with Section 76000) of Title 8 of the Government Code, and except as otherwise provided in this section, there shall be levied a state penalty in the amount o
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This statute establishes a state penalty of $10 per $10 (or part thereof) added to fines and penalties imposed by courts for criminal offenses, with specified exceptions and procedures for collection and waiver.
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