Criminal procedure: jurisdiction of public offenses.
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Overview
This bill modifies California law regarding the jurisdiction of criminal offenses. Specifically, it clarifies that when multiple violations of offenses like sexual battery, indecent exposure, or crimes against children occur in different locations, the case can be prosecuted in any jurisdiction where at least one of those offenses occurred, regardless of whether the defendant and victim are the same in each location. The bill also requires a hearing and agreement from district attorneys in relevant counties before a case is transferred to a new jurisdiction.
Key provisions
- Clarifies jurisdiction for multiple offenses (sexual battery, indecent exposure, crimes against children) occurring in different locations.
- Allows prosecution in any jurisdiction where at least one offense occurred.
- Requires a hearing under Section 954 to obtain agreement from district attorneys.
- Requires written evidence of district attorney agreement on venue.
- Returns charges to the original jurisdiction if district attorney agreement is not obtained.
- Considers factors like evidence location, complexity, defendant rights, victim rights, and convenience when determining whether to join offenses in one county.
Who is affected
- Criminal defendants
- Victims of crimes (sexual assault, child abuse, etc.)
- District Attorneys
- Prosecutors
- Courts
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