California Statutes
§ 684. — 684. (Enacted 1872.)
California § 684.
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Cal. Penal Code - PEN Code § 684. (2026).
Text
A criminal action is prosecuted in the name of the people of the State of California, as a party, against the person charged with the offense.
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Legislative History
Enacted 1872.
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