California § 1217 - When judgment of death is rendered, a commitment signed by the judge, and atteste
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 1217 — When judgment of death is rendered, a commitment signed by the judge, and atteste, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1217. When judgment of death is rendered, a commitment signed by the judge, and atteste
When judgment of death is rendered, a commitment signed by the judge, and attested by the clerk under the seal of the court must be drawn and delivered to the sheriff. It must state the conviction and judgment, and must direct the sheriff to deliver the defendant, within 10 days from the time of judgment, to the warden of the State prison of this State designated by the State Board of Prison Directors for the execution of the death penalty, to be held pending the decision upon his appeal.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 1217
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 1217 cover?
Section 1217 ("When judgment of death is rendered, a commitment signed by the judge, and atteste") 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 § 1217?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 1217 apply to my situation?
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