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2011 California Code
Penal Code
PART 3. OF IMPRISONMENT AND THE DEATH PENALTY [2000 - 10007]
CHAPTER 2. Suspension of Execution of Death Penalty: Insanity: Pregnancy
Section 3706


CA Penal Code § 3706 (through 2012 Leg Sess) What's This?

If it is found that the female is not pregnant, the warden must execute the judgment; if it is found that she is pregnant the warden must suspend the execution of the judgment, and transmit a certified copy of the finding and certificate to the Governor. When the Governor receives from the warden a certificate that the defendant is no longer pregnant, he must issue to the warden this warrant appointing a day for the execution of the judgment.

(Added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 106.)

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