{"code":"PEN","codeName":"Penal Code","section":"12","citation":"Pen. Code, § 12","status":"in-force","lawOn":"2026-09-28","headings":[{"name":"PRELIMINARY PROVISIONS","url":"https://blackletter.si/penal-code/preliminary-provisions"}],"history":"Enacted 1872.","effective":null,"html":"<p>The several sections of this Code which declare certain crimes to be punishable as therein mentioned, devolve a duty upon the Court authorized to pass sentence, to determine and impose the punishment prescribed.</p>","text":"The several sections of this Code which declare certain crimes to be punishable as therein mentioned, devolve a duty upon the Court authorized to pass sentence, to determine and impose the punishment prescribed.","otherVersions":[],"url":"https://blackletter.si/penal-code/preliminary-provisions-12","source":"California Legislative Information bulk export (pubinfo)"}