Penal Code section 2717.5

In establishing joint venture contracts the Director of Corrections shall consider the impact on the working people of California and give priority consideration to inmate employment which will retain or reclaim jobs in California, support emerging California industries, or create jobs for a deficient labor market.

Source: Section 2717.5, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PEN§ionNum=2717.5. (accessed Nov. 17, 2025).

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Location: https://california.public.law/codes/penal_code_section_2717.5

Original Source: Section 2717.5, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PEN§ionNum=2717.5. (last accessed May 12, 2025).