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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 3Pt. 2Ch. 2Art. 1§ 36904 Prisoner Labor For Ordinances

§ 36904 Prisoner Labor For Ordinances

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§ 36904 Prisoner Labor For Ordinances

Key Takeaways

  • •If you break a city rule and go to jail, the city can make you work on public stuff like parks or roads.
  • •This work is part of your punishment for breaking the rule.
  • •The city decides what kind of work you have to do.

Example

You get caught spraying graffiti on a school wall, and the judge sends you to jail for a few days.

The city can make you clean up parks or fix sidewalks instead of just sitting in jail.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 36904 Prisoner Labor For Ordinances

The legislative body may require persons imprisoned for violation of an ordinance to labor on public property or works within the city. (Added by Stats. 1949, Ch. 79.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

ordinancepropertypunishmentviolation

Related Statutes

  • § 26605 Sheriff'S Jail Authority
  • § 36900 City Ordinance Violation Penalties
  • § 51501 City Treasurer Duty Transfer
  • § 64810 Los Angeles Parcel Tax Authority
  • § 64813 Special Transfer Tax Approval

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 36904.
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