California · Penal Code
PEN §283: Bigamy is punishable by a fine not exceeding ten thousand dollars ($10,000) or by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one year or in the state prison.
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Bigamy is punishable by a fine up to $10,000, jail time up to one year, or state prison imprisonment.
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Bigamy is punishable by a fine not exceeding ten thousand dollars ($10,000) or by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one year or in the state prison.
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