California § 1023 - When the defendant is convicted or acquitted or has been once placed in jeopardy
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 1023 — When the defendant is convicted or acquitted or has been once placed in jeopardy, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1023. When the defendant is convicted or acquitted or has been once placed in jeopardy
When the defendant is convicted or acquitted or has been once placed in jeopardy upon an accusatory pleading, the conviction, acquittal, or jeopardy is a bar to another prosecution for the offense charged in such accusatory pleading, or for an attempt to commit the same, or for an offense necessarily included therein, of which he might have been convicted under that accusatory pleading.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 1023
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 1023 cover?
Section 1023 ("When the defendant is convicted or acquitted or has been once placed in jeopardy") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 1023?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 1023" (California). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of California law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.
How does California § 1023 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in California can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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