About California Criminal Law

Citebook KF 9731 .Z9 D37 (Self Help)
A compilation of citations to case law that has been used to support criminal defendants' and risoners' appeals and complaints.

Criminal Law HandbookKF 9619.6 .B47
This book answers your questions about every part of a criminal case in an easy to understand manner. It covers arrests, booking, preliminary hearings, arraignment, search and seizure, trials, sentencing, and more.
Electronic Access: On the law library computers, using NetLibrary.

Criminal Procedure: Constitutional Limitations in a Nutshell KF 9619.3 .I8 (Self Help)This book provides analysis of current constitutional standards and constitutional criminal procedure.

Criminal Records Manual KF 9751 H56 (Reference)
Describes the legal access, availability, and use of criminal records for all 50 states.

How to Seal Your Juvenile & Criminal Records in CaliforniaKFC 1194 .Z9 S53
This book provides you with the legal remedies to clean up your past, including forms and instructions.

The Law and Policy of Sentencing and Corrections in a Nutshell KF 9728.Z9 .B73 (Self Help)
This book provides an overview of sentencing laws and prisoners' rights while discussing the current state of the law and the rights of individuals during the sentencing process; the rights of incarcerated individuals; the mechanics of litigating suits and the remedies available to inmates.

Understanding Criminal LawKF 9219 .D74 (Self Help)
This book deals exclusively with substantive criminal law, with primary attention given to the elements of individual criminal responsibility. Coverage focuses on the basic elements of, and defenses to, specific crimes such as homicide, rape, and theft, as well as group criminality and inchoate liability.

Understanding Criminal Procedure KF 9619 .D74 (Self Help)
This book covers the most important Supreme Court cases in the field. Where pertinent, the Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure, federal statutes, and lower federal and state court cases are considered.

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LEGAL ENCYCLOPEDIAS and LAW SUMMARIES

Witkin California Criminal LawKFC 1100 .W4 C34
This set gives comprehensive coverage of crimes, defenses, punishment and criminal procedure. Includes an index, table of statutes, table of rules, forms, and jury instructions. Electronic Access: On the law library computers, using Westlaw.

California Jurisprudence 3d (Cal Jur) KFC 80 .C35 Volumes 17 through 22C contain the Criminal Law chapters. Other relevant chapters in this encyclopedia are Delinquent and Dependent Children; District & Municipal Attorneys; Evidence; Habeas Corpus; Law Enforcement Officers; Pardon, Reprieve & Commutation; and Penal Institutions.
Electronic Access: On the law library computers, using Westlaw.

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PRACTICE MANUALS

Appeals and Writs in Criminal CasesKFC 1174 .F58
This practice guide provides complete coverage of criminal appeals in California state courts, including right to counsel, procedural aspects, hearing and determination, and capital cases. Also includes revised instructions for drafting petitions for writs of mandate or prohibition, including sample clauses.
Electronic Access: On the law library computers, using OnLaw.

California Criminal Defense Practice KFC 1155 C342
This practice guide takes you step-by-step through every part of a criminal case from arrest and searches, through preliminary hearings, pretrial procedures, trial preparation, trial, sentencing and post-trial remedies. Topics covered include confession, incompetency and insanity proceedings, death penalty practice, three strikes sentencing, appeals and habeas corpus proceedings, murder, robbery, narcotics and alcohol offenses, sex offenses and burglary.
Electronic Access: On the law library computers, using the LexisNexis CD.

California Criminal Law Procedure and Practice KFC 1155 .C254
This book is a comprehensive guide to California criminal law. Coverage includes preliminary hearings and grand jury proceedings, discovery and pretrial motions, plea bargaining, jury selection, misdemeanor and felony sentencing, appeals, and more.
Electronic Access: On the law library computers, using OnLaw.

Criminal Procedures ManualKFC 1155 .A16 C86
ABCs of Superior Court criminal trial procedures, by the California Courts staffassociation.

Scientific Evidence in California Criminal Cases KFC 1169.3 .S35
This practice guide gives solid background to successfully qualify, prepare, and challenge expert witnesses. Written specifically for use in the California courtroom, it thoroughly details both established practices and novel techniques.
Electronic Access: On the law library computers, using OnLaw.

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SPECIALIZED TEXTS

DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE

California Drunk Driving Defense KFC 477 .T39
This book includes step-by-step instructions through procedure and approach in defense of a drunk driving case in California and outlines what to anticipate and how to prepare for DUI/DWI pretrial and trial proceedings.

California Drunk Driving Law KFC 477 .D35
This comprehensive set is full of creative defenses, heavily supported motions, solutions, and authoritative interpretation of the law.

California DUI Trial Notebook KFC 477 .B47
This trial guide details California law and strategy and is designed to be used directly in the courtroom. Includes practical coverage of pretrial motions including Motion for Pretrial Discovery, Motion to Suppress Evidence, and more.

Defending Your Client in a Misdemeanor Case (Including a DUI): Here's How and When To Do ItKFC 1155 .D44
This action guide discusses discovery, pleading, sentencing, and judicial perspective in a misdemeanor case including a DUI. It specifically covers assisting with client's release, arraignment, special proceedings, investigating a case, and more.
Electronic Access: On the law library computers, using OnLaw.

INCARCERATION, PAROLE AND PROBATION

California State Prisoners Handbook KFC 1181.5 .S55
This handbook is a resource for prisoners, their attorneys and advocates. It discusses the laws governing prisoner rights and the policies of the California Dept. of Corrections and Rehabilitation. It includes numerous sample forms and model pleadings.

Jailhouse Lawyers Manual KF 9731 .J35
This manual is a resource produced to assist prisoners and others in negotiating the U.S. legal system. Contains chapters on legal rights and procedures including the appellate process, federal habeas corpus relief, the Prison Litigation Reform Act, religious freedom in prison, the rights of prisoners with disabilities, and more.

Prisoner's Rights KFC 1181.5 .P7
Self help materials distributed by the Prisoners' Rights Union.

SEARCH AND SEIZURE

California Judges Benchbook: Search And SeizureKFC 1157 .C35
This benchbook is a comprehensive guide to search and seizure law, including discussion of the exclusionary rule, search warrants, temporary detentions, arrests and searches incident to arrest, warrantless searches, and suppression motions.

California Search and SeizureKFC 1157 .C375
This title covers all aspects of searches and seizures in California. All leading cases are discussed from both federal and state courts.

Search and Seizure: A Treatise on the Fourth AmendmentKF 9630 .L26
This book applies the Fourth Amendment in diverse factual situations for developing more effective arguments of search and seizure issues in plea bargaining, trial, and appeal phases of a criminal case. Expert discussion covers the exclusionary rule and other remedies, protected areas and interests, probable cause, and search warrants.

Search and Seizure Handbook, with Related Matters KFC 1157 .C37
A loose-leaf digest of appellate and supreme court case law.

SENTENCING

CJER Felony Sentencing Handbook KFC 1172 Z99 .C54
This annual publication, which contains timely information on legislation affecting felony sentencing guidelines, is a quick-reference tool for judges and attorneys dealing with criminal cases. It provides a listing of the sentencing terms of all California felonies, felony sentencing enhancements, and probation restrictions. Published in conjunction with the California Center for Judicial Education and Research.

Uniform Bail and Penalty Schedules KFC 1155 Z9 .C34
Electronic access: www.courtinfo.ca.gov/reference/documents/05JCBail.pdf

THREE STRIKES LAW

California Three Strikes Sentencing KFC 1172 .C68
This deskbook is a comprehensive study of the application of the California three strikes law. Each paragraph of the statute is analyzed in the context of more than 350 published appellate decisions. Detailed narrative explains which crimes qualify as strikes, how they are proved, how they may be stricken, and how strike sentences are calculated.

3 Strikes Manual KFC 1172 .M46
This manual contains analysis along with tips on how to distinguish cases that seem opposed or contradictory.

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FORMS

California Criminal Law Forms Manual KFC 1155 .A68 C34
This set includes both defense and prosecution motions, responses, points and authorities, model declarations, and Judicial Council forms.
Electronic Access: On the law library computers, using OnLaw.

California Criminal Practice, Motions, Jury Instructions and Sentencing, 3rd KFC 1155 .A65 R8
This set includes all forms commonly used in the daily practice of criminal law including sample forms and motions, commentary, and references to cases and governing statutes.

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STATUTES

Annotated Penal Code KFC 30.5 .D4 P45
The text of the law with the addition of explanatory notes, which include references to materials for further research and "Notes of Decisions" that give brief summaries of significant court opinions.
Electronic Access: On the law library computers, using Westlaw.

Penal Code of California KFC 30.5 .D4 P45
Referred to as a "desktop code," this single volume contains the complete Penal Code.
Electronic Access: www.leginfo.ca.gov/calaw.html

CA Code of Regulations:Title 15, Crime Prevention and CorrectionsKFC 35 .A23Administrative rules of the Board of Prison Terms, Department of Corrections and the California Youth Authority.
Electronic Access: www.calregs.com

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WEBSITES

California Courts Self Help Center
www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp/other/crimlaw.htm
The California Courts website contains general information about criminal law, including links to forms and information on clearing up a criminal record.

Department of Corrections—State of California
www.cdcr.ca.gov
This website contains information about the California Department of Corrections, including facilities, rehabilitation, and parole.

Findlaw.com
http://criminal.findlaw.com
The Criminal Law Center provides information and help if you are faced with a legal need related to the criminal justice system, including definitions for common crimes, stages in a typical criminal case, tips on your constitutional rights, and more.

Prison Law Office
www.prisonlaw.com
Free services to prisoners challenging prison conditions. The site includes many handbooks and manuals for prisoners.

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COMMUNITY RESOURCES

California Department of Justice – Crime and Violence Prevention Center
1300 I Street, Suite 1120
(916) 327-7863
Mon – Fri 8am – 5pm
http://www.ag.ca.gov/
Houses the Attorney General's Office of Victims Services, which provides victims of crime and their families with information regarding criminal appeals and assists victims with parole and clemency hearings.

Sacramento County Probation Department
3201 Florin-Perkins Road
(916) 875-0347
Mon - Fri 8am – 5pm, Tues, Weds, Thurs 8am – 7pm
www.probation.saccounty.net
Services juvenile and adult probationers in Sacramento County. Prepares pre-sentence reports, and makes recommendations regarding sentencing in the criminal court and disposition recommendations in juvenile court.

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