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Cal. Penal Code § 629.54 (2026)

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Each order authorizing the interception of any wire or electronic communication shall specify all of the following:

(a)The identity, if known, of the person whose communications are to be intercepted, or if the identity is not known, then that information relating to the person’s identity known to the applicant.

(b)The nature and location of the communication facilities as to which, or the place where, authority to intercept is granted.

(c)A particular description of the type of communication sought to be intercepted, and a statement of the illegal activities to which it relates.

(d)The identity of the agency authorized to intercept the communications and of the person making the application.

(e)The period of time during which the interception is authorized including a statement as to whether or not the interception shall automatically terminate when the described communication has been first obtained.

Notes of Decisions
Cited in 1 case, 2010–2010 · leading case: People v. Roberts, 184 Cal. App. 4th 1149 (Cal. Ct. App. 2010).
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People v. Roberts, 184 Cal. App. 4th 1149 (Cal. Ct. App. 2010). “(Penal Code Section 629.54(c).)” 10 The order provided the wiretap would terminate when its objective was attained, or in 30 days from the date of the order, unless the court granted an extension.”
— Cal. Penal Code § 629.54(c) — 1 case
People v. Roberts, 184 Cal. App. 4th 1149 (Cal. Ct. App. 2010). “(Penal Code Section 629.54(c).)” 10 The order provided the wiretap would terminate when its objective was attained, or in 30 days from the date of the order, unless the court granted an extension.”
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