{"code":"PEN","codeName":"Penal Code","section":"21a","citation":"Pen. Code, § 21a","status":"in-force","lawOn":"2026-09-28","headings":[{"name":"PRELIMINARY PROVISIONS","url":"https://blackletter.si/penal-code/preliminary-provisions"}],"history":"Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 519, Sec. 1.","effective":null,"html":"<p>An attempt to commit a crime consists of two elements: a specific intent to commit the crime, and a direct but ineffectual act done toward its commission.</p>","text":"An attempt to commit a crime consists of two elements: a specific intent to commit the crime, and a direct but ineffectual act done toward its commission.","otherVersions":[],"url":"https://blackletter.si/penal-code/preliminary-provisions-21a","source":"California Legislative Information bulk export (pubinfo)"}