Every person who, having knowledge of the actual commission of a crime, takes money or property of another, or any gratuity or reward, or any engagement, or promise thereof, upon any agreement or understanding to compound or conceal that crime, or to abstain from any prosecution thereof, or to withhold any evidence thereof, except in the cases provided for by law, in which crimes may be compromised by leave of court, is punishable as follows: 1. By imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one year, or pursuant to subdivision | California Penal Code | California Law
This California statute covers every person who, having knowledge of the actual commission of a crime, takes money or property of another, or any gratuity or reward, or any engagement, or promise thereof, upon any agreement or understanding to compound or conceal that crime, or to abstain from any prosecution thereof, or to withhold any evidence thereof, except in the cases provided for by law, in which crimes may be compromised by leave of court, is punishable as follows: 1 By imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one year, or pursuant to subdivision under California Penal Code. It describes conduct the law restricts and should be read closely for exceptions, defenses, or penalties. Read the full text and FAQ below to confirm who it applies to, what it requires, and any exceptions.
Every person who, having knowledge of the actual commission of a crime, takes money or property of another, or any gratuity or reward, or any engagement, or promise thereof, upon any agreement or understanding to compound or conceal that crime, or to abstain from any prosecution thereof, or to withhold any evidence thereof, except in the cases provided for by law, in which crimes may be compromised by leave of court, is punishable as follows: 1. By imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one year, or pursuant to subdivision
What does California Code § 153 cover?
This California statute covers every person who, having knowledge of the actual commission of a crime, takes money or property of another, or any gratuity or reward, or any engagement, or promise thereof, upon any agreement or understanding to compound or conceal that crime, or to abstain from any prosecution thereof, or to withhold any evidence thereof, except in the cases provided for by law, in which crimes may be compromised by leave of court, is punishable as follows: 1 By imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding one year, or pursuant to subdivision under California Penal Code.
Who needs to pay attention to California Code § 153?
Anyone dealing with the rights, duties, procedures, or compliance questions raised by this section should read it in context with California Penal Code.
Does California Code § 153 create penalties or procedural rules?
Yes. The statute text references penalties or enforcement language, so the exact consequences depend on the wording of this section and any cross-referenced provisions.
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