Penal Code section 21a

An attempt to commit a crime consists of two elements: a specific intent to commit the crime, and a direct but ineffectual act done toward its commission.

Source: Section 21a, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PEN§ionNum=21a. (accessed May 26, 2025).

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May 12, 2025

§ 21a’s source at ca.gov

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Location: https://california.public.law/codes/penal_code_section_21a

Original Source: Section 21a, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PEN§ionNum=21a. (last accessed May 12, 2025).