California § 1200 - When the defendant appears for judgment he must be informed by the Court, or by t
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§ 1200. When the defendant appears for judgment he must be informed by the Court, or by t
When the defendant appears for judgment he must be informed by the Court, or by the Clerk, under its direction, of the nature of the charge against him and of his plea, and the verdict, if any thereon, and must be asked whether he has any legal cause to show why judgment should not be pronounced against him.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 1200
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 1200 cover?
Section 1200 ("When the defendant appears for judgment he must be informed by the Court, or by t") 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 § 1200?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 1200 apply to my situation?
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