California CodesCode of Civil Procedure - CCPPreliminary ProvisionsSection 33
A prosecuting attorney, in his or her discretion, may assist in the civil resolution of a violation of an offense described in Title 13 (commencing with Section 450) of Part 1 of the Penal Code in lieu of filing a criminal complaint.
Notes
Allows a prosecuting attorney, in the attorney’s discretion, to assist in the civil resolution of a violation of an offense described in the specified Penal Code title instead of filing a criminal complaint. The provision does not require civil resolution or assistance and states no deadline, monetary threshold, or additional condition.
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