Section 196.
Cal. Penal Code - PEN § 196.
in effectHomicide is justifiable when committed by peace officers and those acting by their command in their aid and assistance, under either of the following circumstances:
(a)
In obedience to any judgment of a competent court.
(b)
When the homicide results from a peace officer’s use of force that is in compliance with Section 835a.
References
referencesCal. Penal Code - PEN § 835a.
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