{"code":"PEN","codeName":"Penal Code","section":"16","citation":"Pen. Code, § 16","status":"in-force","lawOn":"2026-09-28","headings":[{"name":"PRELIMINARY PROVISIONS","url":"https://blackletter.si/penal-code/preliminary-provisions"}],"history":"Amended by Stats. 1968, Ch. 1192.","effective":null,"html":"<p>Crimes and public offenses include:</p><p>1. Felonies;</p><p>2. Misdemeanors; and</p><p>3. Infractions.</p>","text":"Crimes and public offenses include: 1. Felonies; 2. Misdemeanors; and 3. Infractions.","otherVersions":[],"url":"https://blackletter.si/penal-code/preliminary-provisions-16","source":"California Legislative Information bulk export (pubinfo)"}