California · Penal Code

PEN §647.1: In addition to any fine assessed under Section 647, the judge may assess a fine not to exceed seventy dollars ($70) against any person who violates subdivision (a) or (b) of Section 647, or, if the of

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

A judge may impose an additional fine up to $70 for violations of specified sections of Penal Code § 647, considering the defendant's ability to pay. Inability to pay cannot be grounds for denying probation.

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In addition to any fine assessed under Section 647, the judge may assess a fine not to exceed seventy dollars ($70) against any person who violates subdivision (a) or (b) of Section 647, or, if the offense involves intravenous use of a controlled substance, subdivision (f) of Section 647, with the proceeds of this fine to be used in accordance with Section 1463.23. The court shall, however, take into consideration the defendant’s ability to pay and no defendant shall be denied probation because of his or her inability to pay the fine permitted under this section.

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