California § 6171 - When criminal charges have been filed involving a motor vehicle alleged to have b

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 6171 — When criminal charges have been filed involving a motor vehicle alleged to have b, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 6171. When criminal charges have been filed involving a motor vehicle alleged to have b

When criminal charges have been filed involving a motor vehicle alleged to have been stolen and the vehicle is in the custody of a peace officer for evidentiary purposes, it shall be held in custody or, if a request for its release from custody is made, until the prosecutor has notified the defendant or his or her attorney of that request and both the prosecution and defense have been afforded a reasonable opportunity for an examination of the motor vehicle to determine its true value and to produce or reproduce, by photographs or other identifying techniques, legally sufficient evidence for introduction at trial or other criminal proceedings.

Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 6171

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 6171 cover?

Section 6171 ("When criminal charges have been filed involving a motor vehicle alleged to have b") 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 § 6171?

A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 6171" (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 § 6171 apply to my situation?

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