California § 827 - When a complaint is filed with a magistrate of the commission of a felony origina
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 827 — When a complaint is filed with a magistrate of the commission of a felony origina, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 827. When a complaint is filed with a magistrate of the commission of a felony origina
When a complaint is filed with a magistrate of the commission of a felony originally triable in the superior court of another county of the state than that in which the magistrate sits, but showing that the defendant is in the county where the complaint is filed, the same proceedings must be had as prescribed in this chapter, except that the warrant must require the defendant to be taken before the nearest or most accessible magistrate of the county in which the offense is triable, and the complaint must be delivered by the magistrate to the officer to whom the warrant is delivered.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 827
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 827 cover?
Section 827 ("When a complaint is filed with a magistrate of the commission of a felony origina") 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 § 827?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 827" (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 § 827 apply to my situation?
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