Penal Code section 1280

The bail must in all cases justify by affidavit taken before the magistrate, that they each possess the qualifications provided in the preceding section. The magistrate may further examine the bail upon oath concerning their sufficiency, in such manner as he may deem proper.

Source: Section 1280, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PEN§ionNum=1280. (accessed Apr. 24, 2025).

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Apr. 24, 2025

§ 1280’s source at ca.gov

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Location: https://california.public.law/codes/penal_code_section_1280

Original Source: Section 1280, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PEN§ionNum=1280. (last accessed Apr. 24, 2025).