California § 29.8 - In any criminal proceeding in which a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity is
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 29.8 — In any criminal proceeding in which a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity is, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 29.8. In any criminal proceeding in which a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity is
In any criminal proceeding in which a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity is entered, this defense shall not be found by the trier of fact solely on the basis of a personality or adjustment disorder, a seizure disorder, or an addiction to, or abuse of, intoxicating substances. This section shall apply only to persons who utilize this defense on or after the operative date of the section.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 29.8
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 29.8 cover?
Section 29.8 ("In any criminal proceeding in which a plea of not guilty by reason of insanity is") 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 § 29.8?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 29.8 apply to my situation?
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