Penal Code section 1321

The rules for determining the competency of witnesses in civil actions are applicable also to criminal actions and proceedings, except as otherwise provided in this Code.

Source: Section 1321, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PEN§ionNum=1321. (accessed Apr. 24, 2025).

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§ 1321’s source at ca.gov

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Location: https://california.public.law/codes/penal_code_section_1321

Original Source: Section 1321, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PEN§ionNum=1321. (last accessed Apr. 24, 2025).