Penal Code, Adopted February 14, 1872; Part Two, Sections 1055-1616, With Appendix Of Forms

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The esteemed compilation known as 'Penal Code, Adopted February 14, 1872; Part Two, Sections 1055-1616, With Appendix Of Forms' stands as a foundational pillar in California's legal framework, meticulously documenting the penal statutes that have shaped justice and governance since the late 19th century. Emerging from the legislative efforts of 1872, this authoritative text encapsulates the evolving principles of criminal law, providing essential guidance on offenses, penalties, and procedural forms that continue to influence modern jurisprudence. Its enduring relevance is evident in subsequent editions, such as the comprehensive 'The Codes of California, as Amended and in Force at the Close of the Forty-Third Session of the Legislature, 1919, Vol. 4 of 4,' which updates and integrates these codes to reflect over four decades of amendments and judicial refinements, serving scholars, practitioners, and policymakers alike in navigating the complexities of state law.