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California Statutes

§ 986. — 986. (Enacted 1872.)

California § 986.
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Code PENPenal Code - PEN
Title6.
Part 2.TITLE 6. PLEADINGS AND PROCEEDINGS BEFORE TRIAL
Ch. 1.CHAPTER 1. Of the Arraignment of the Defendant

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Cal. Penal Code - PEN Code § 986. (2026).

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If the defendant is present when the order is made, he must be forthwith committed. If he is not present, a bench warrant must be issued and proceeded upon in the manner provided in this chapter.

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Enacted 1872.
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