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13 California opinions name it 2 courts 1974–2026 2 in the last five years

The cases below were cited by California courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.

Followed or applied (13)

CaseFollowedCited
People v. Bynumgreen
cal · 1971 · cited in 2 California opinions naming this issue, 1976–1982
2 sentences

1982In People v. Bynum, supra, 4 Cal.3d 589, 596 [ 94 Cal.Rptr. 241 , 483 P.2d 1193 ], the defendant was arrested in his home for the murder of the victim, and he was immediately advised of and waived his constitutional rights.

1982In People v. Bynum, supra, 4 Cal.3d 589, 596 [ 94 Cal.Rptr. 241 , 483 P.2d 1193 ], the defendant was arrested in his home for the murder of the victim, and he was immediately advised of and waived his constitutional rights.

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Chinn v. KMR Property Managementgreen
calctapp · 2008 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2016–2016
2 sentences

2016Relying on Spinks v. Superior Court, supra, 26 Cal.App. 793 , the court in Chinn observed that ―[t]he cost statutes apparently codified case law interpreting a voluntary dismissal as a judgment in the defendant‘s favor.‖ (Chinn, supra, 166 Cal.App.4th at p. 187 .) But Spinks illustrates the limited scope of this rule.

2016Relying on Spinks v. Superior Court, supra, 26 Cal.App. 793 , the court in Chinn observed that “[t]he cost statutes apparently codified case law interpreting a voluntary dismissal as a judgment in the defendant’s favor.” ( Chinn, supra, 166 Cal.App.4th at p. 187.) But Spinks illustrates the limited scope of this rule.

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In Re Carissa G.green
calctapp · 1999 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2007–2007
2 sentences

2007(See, In re Carissa G., supra, 76 Cal. App.4th at p. 736 , 90 Cal.Rptr.2d 561 ["dismissal of the petition did not alter minor's custody status"]; In re Tomi C. (1990) 218 Cal.App.3d 694, 698 , 267 Cal.Rptr. 210 [same].) Given the limited scope of the inquiry at the habeas hearing, it could not affect the children's custodial status, regardless of its outcome.

2007(See In re Carissa G., supra, 76 Cal.App.4th at p. 736 [“dismissal of the petition did not alter minor’s custody status”]; In re Tomi C. (1990) 218 Cal.App.3d 694, 698 [ 267 Cal.Rptr. 210 ] [same].) Given the limited scope of the inquiry at the habeas corpus hearing, it could not affect the children’s custodial status, regardless of its outcome.

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In Re Tomi C.green
calctapp · 1990 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2007–2007
2 sentences

2007(See In re Carissa G., supra, 76 Cal.App.4th at p. 736 [“dismissal of the petition did not alter minor’s custody status”]; In re Tomi C. (1990) 218 Cal.App.3d 694, 698 [ 267 Cal.Rptr. 210 ] [same].) Given the limited scope of the inquiry at the habeas corpus hearing, it could not affect the children’s custodial status, regardless of its outcome.

2007(See In re Carissa G., supra, 76 Cal.App.4th at p. 736 [“dismissal of the petition did not alter minor’s custody status”]; In re Tomi C. (1990) 218 Cal.App.3d 694, 698 [ 267 Cal.Rptr. 210 ] [same].) Given the limited scope of the inquiry at the habeas corpus hearing, it could not affect the children’s custodial status, regardless of its outcome.

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Ziller Electronics Lab GmbH v. Superior Courtgreen
calctapp · 1988 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2002–2002
2 sentences

2002(See, e.g., Ziller Electronics Lab GmbH v. Superior Court (1988) 206 Cal.App.3d 1222, 1230 [ 254 Cal.Rptr. 410 ] [“A case is not authority for an issue not raised by its facts.”].) In fact, in footnote 9 to its opinion, the Supreme Court acknowledged the limited scope of its analysis when it wrote: “Defendants do not contend that they did not ‘knowingly release or discharge’ a toxic chemical into water within the meaning of section 25249.5.

2002(See, e.g., Ziller Electronics Lab GmbH v. Superior Court (1988) 206 Cal.App.3d 1222, 1230 [ 254 Cal.Rptr. 410 ] [“A case is not authority for an issue not raised by its facts.”].) In fact, in footnote 9 to its opinion, the Supreme Court acknowledged the limited scope of its analysis when it wrote: “Defendants do not contend that they did not ‘knowingly release or discharge’ a toxic chemical into water within the meaning of section 25249.5.

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People v. Cartwrightgreen
calctapp · 1979 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 1985–1985
2 sentences

1985The trial court carefully considered the evidence and arguments submitted on behalf of the motion and did not abuse its discretion in denying it (see People v. Cartwright (1979) 98 Cal.App.3d 369, 386 [ 159 Cal.Rptr. 543 ] [trial court decision should be overturned only upon a showing of abuse of discretion]).

1985The trial court carefully considered the evidence and arguments submitted on behalf of the motion and did not abuse its discretion in denying it (see People v. Cartwright (1979) 98 Cal.App.3d 369, 386 [ 159 Cal.Rptr. 543 ] [trial court decision should be overturned only upon a showing of abuse of discretion]).

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Carson Mobilehome Park Owners' Ass'n v. City of Carsongreen
cal · 1983 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 1984–1984
2 sentences

1984As we made clear in Birkenfeld , whether rental regulations are fair or confiscatory depends ultimately on the result reached. ( 17 Cal.3d 129, 165 .) That determination, of course, can only be made by analyzing a challenge to the regulation as applied. (13) Nevertheless, we will declare a regulation invalid on its face "when its terms will not permit those who administer it to avoid confiscatory results in its application to the complaining parties." ( Id. at p. 165; see also Cotati Alliance for Better Housing v. City of Cotati (1983) 148 Cal. App.3d 280, 287, 291 [ 195 Cal. Rptr. 825 ]; Hutt

1984As we made clear in Birkenfeld , whether rental regulations are fair or confiscatory depends ultimately on the result reached. ( 17 Cal.3d 129, 165 .) That determination, of course, can only be made by analyzing a challenge to the regulation as applied. (13) Nevertheless, we will declare a regulation invalid on its face "when its terms will not permit those who administer it to avoid confiscatory results in its application to the complaining parties." ( Id. at p. 165; see also Cotati Alliance for Better Housing v. City of Cotati (1983) 148 Cal. App.3d 280, 287, 291 [ 195 Cal. Rptr. 825 ]; Hutt

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Federal Power Commission v. Natural Gas Pipeline Co.green
scotus · 1942 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 1984–1984
2 sentences

1984As we made clear in Birkenfeld , whether rental regulations are fair or confiscatory depends ultimately on the result reached. ( 17 Cal.3d 129, 165 .) That determination, of course, can only be made by analyzing a challenge to the regulation as applied. (13) Nevertheless, we will declare a regulation invalid on its face "when its terms will not permit those who administer it to avoid confiscatory results in its application to the complaining parties." ( Id. at p. 165; see also Cotati Alliance for Better Housing v. City of Cotati (1983) 148 Cal. App.3d 280, 287, 291 [ 195 Cal. Rptr. 825 ]; Hutt

1984As we made clear in Birkenfeld , whether rental regulations are fair or confiscatory depends ultimately on the result reached. ( 17 Cal.3d 129, 165 .) That determination, of course, can only be made by analyzing a challenge to the regulation as applied. (13) Nevertheless, we will declare a regulation invalid on its face "when its terms will not permit those who administer it to avoid confiscatory results in its application to the complaining parties." ( Id. at p. 165; see also Cotati Alliance for Better Housing v. City of Cotati (1983) 148 Cal. App.3d 280, 287, 291 [ 195 Cal. Rptr. 825 ]; Hutt

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Federal Power Commission v. Hope Natural Gas Co.green
scotus · 1944 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 1984–1984
2 sentences

1984As we made clear in Birkenfeld , whether rental regulations are fair or confiscatory depends ultimately on the result reached. ( 17 Cal.3d 129, 165 .) That determination, of course, can only be made by analyzing a challenge to the regulation as applied. (13) Nevertheless, we will declare a regulation invalid on its face "when its terms will not permit those who administer it to avoid confiscatory results in its application to the complaining parties." ( Id. at p. 165; see also Cotati Alliance for Better Housing v. City of Cotati (1983) 148 Cal. App.3d 280, 287, 291 [ 195 Cal. Rptr. 825 ]; Hutt

1984As we made clear in Birkenfeld , whether rental regulations are fair or confiscatory depends ultimately on the result reached. ( 17 Cal.3d 129, 165 .) That determination, of course, can only be made by analyzing a challenge to the regulation as applied. (13) Nevertheless, we will declare a regulation invalid on its face "when its terms will not permit those who administer it to avoid confiscatory results in its application to the complaining parties." ( Id. at p. 165; see also Cotati Alliance for Better Housing v. City of Cotati (1983) 148 Cal. App.3d 280, 287, 291 [ 195 Cal. Rptr. 825 ]; Hutt

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Cotati Alliance for Better Housing v. City of Cotatigreen
calctapp · 1983 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 1984–1984
2 sentences

1984As we made clear in Birkenfeld , whether rental regulations are fair or confiscatory depends ultimately on the result reached. ( 17 Cal.3d 129, 165 .) That determination, of course, can only be made by analyzing a challenge to the regulation as applied. (13) Nevertheless, we will declare a regulation invalid on its face "when its terms will not permit those who administer it to avoid confiscatory results in its application to the complaining parties." ( Id. at p. 165; see also Cotati Alliance for Better Housing v. City of Cotati (1983) 148 Cal. App.3d 280, 287, 291 [ 195 Cal. Rptr. 825 ]; Hutt

1984As we made clear in Birkenfeld , whether rental regulations are fair or confiscatory depends ultimately on the result reached. ( 17 Cal.3d 129, 165 .) That determination, of course, can only be made by analyzing a challenge to the regulation as applied. (13) Nevertheless, we will declare a regulation invalid on its face "when its terms will not permit those who administer it to avoid confiscatory results in its application to the complaining parties." ( Id. at p. 165; see also Cotati Alliance for Better Housing v. City of Cotati (1983) 148 Cal. App.3d 280, 287, 291 [ 195 Cal. Rptr. 825 ]; Hutt

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Gregory v. City of San Juan Capistranogreen
calctapp · 1983 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 1984–1984
2 sentences

1984As we made clear in Birkenfeld , whether rental regulations are fair or confiscatory depends ultimately on the result reached. ( 17 Cal.3d 129, 165 .) That determination, of course, can only be made by analyzing a challenge to the regulation as applied. (13) Nevertheless, we will declare a regulation invalid on its face "when its terms will not permit those who administer it to avoid confiscatory results in its application to the complaining parties." ( Id. at p. 165; see also Cotati Alliance for Better Housing v. City of Cotati (1983) 148 Cal. App.3d 280, 287, 291 [ 195 Cal. Rptr. 825 ]; Hutt

1984As we made clear in Birkenfeld , whether rental regulations are fair or confiscatory depends ultimately on the result reached. ( 17 Cal.3d 129, 165 .) That determination, of course, can only be made by analyzing a challenge to the regulation as applied. (13) Nevertheless, we will declare a regulation invalid on its face "when its terms will not permit those who administer it to avoid confiscatory results in its application to the complaining parties." ( Id. at p. 165; see also Cotati Alliance for Better Housing v. City of Cotati (1983) 148 Cal. App.3d 280, 287, 291 [ 195 Cal. Rptr. 825 ]; Hutt

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Palos Verdes Shores Mobile Estates, Ltd. v. City of Los Angelesgreen
calctapp · 1983 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 1984–1984
2 sentences

1984As we made clear in Birkenfeld , whether rental regulations are fair or confiscatory depends ultimately on the result reached. ( 17 Cal.3d 129, 165 .) That determination, of course, can only be made by analyzing a challenge to the regulation as applied. (13) Nevertheless, we will declare a regulation invalid on its face "when its terms will not permit those who administer it to avoid confiscatory results in its application to the complaining parties." ( Id. at p. 165; see also Cotati Alliance for Better Housing v. City of Cotati (1983) 148 Cal. App.3d 280, 287, 291 [ 195 Cal. Rptr. 825 ]; Hutt

1984As we made clear in Birkenfeld , whether rental regulations are fair or confiscatory depends ultimately on the result reached. ( 17 Cal.3d 129, 165 .) That determination, of course, can only be made by analyzing a challenge to the regulation as applied. (13) Nevertheless, we will declare a regulation invalid on its face "when its terms will not permit those who administer it to avoid confiscatory results in its application to the complaining parties." ( Id. at p. 165; see also Cotati Alliance for Better Housing v. City of Cotati (1983) 148 Cal. App.3d 280, 287, 291 [ 195 Cal. Rptr. 825 ]; Hutt

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Comden v. Superior Courtgreen
cal · 1978 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 1978–1978
2 sentences

1978Foundation Research J., at p. 465) as was the case in both Greer and Younger . [16] (See Comden v. Superior Court, supra, 20 Cal.3d at p. 916, fn. 4 .) This is substantiated by the limited scope of rule 2-111(A)(4) and the express exceptions to it.

1978Foundation Research J., at p. 465) as was the case in both Greer and Younger . 16 (See Comden v. Superior Court, supra, 20 Cal.3d at p. 916, fn. 4 .) This is substantiated by the limited scope of rule 2-111(A)(4) and the express exceptions to it.

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Also cited on this issue (10)

CaseCitedYears
Barela v. Superior Court green
cal · 1981
2 sentences

2026(Id. at p. 390; Barela v. Superior Court (1981) 30 Cal.3d 244, 249 .) These proceedings seek to balance tenants’ occupancy rights against landlords’ rights to earn income.

2025(Id. at p. 390; Barela v. Superior Court (1981) 30 Cal.3d 244, 249 .) These proceedings seek to balance tenants’ occupancy rights against landlords’ rights to earn income.

22025–2026
Spinks v. Superior Court of Los Angeles green
calctapp · 1915
2 sentences

2016Relying on Spinks v. Superior Court, supra, 26 Cal.App. 793 , the court in Chinn observed that ―[t]he cost statutes apparently codified case law interpreting a voluntary dismissal as a judgment in the defendant‘s favor.‖ (Chinn, supra, 166 Cal.App.4th at p. 187 .) But Spinks illustrates the limited scope of this rule.

2016Relying on Spinks v. Superior Court, supra, 26 Cal.App. 793 , the court in Chinn observed that “[t]he cost statutes apparently codified case law interpreting a voluntary dismissal as a judgment in the defendant’s favor.” ( Chinn, supra, 166 Cal.App.4th at p. 187.) But Spinks illustrates the limited scope of this rule.

12016–2016
Hernandez v. Imperial Irrigation Dist. green
calctapp · 1967
2 sentences

1995Dist. (1967) 248 Cal.App.2d 625 [ 56 Cal.Rptr. 811 ] (Hernandez), 2 and reasoning that the combination of the third party conduct and the physical defect removed Young’s suit from the limited scope of the immunity statutes.

1995Dist. (1967) 248 Cal.App.2d 625 [ 56 Cal.Rptr. 811 ] (Hernandez), 2 and reasoning that the combination of the third party conduct and the physical defect removed Young’s suit from the limited scope of the immunity statutes.

11995–1995
Hutton Pk. Gardens v. West Orange Town Council green
nj · 1975
2 sentences

1984As we made clear in Birkenfeld , whether rental regulations are fair or confiscatory depends ultimately on the result reached. ( 17 Cal.3d 129, 165 .) That determination, of course, can only be made by analyzing a challenge to the regulation as applied. (13) Nevertheless, we will declare a regulation invalid on its face "when its terms will not permit those who administer it to avoid confiscatory results in its application to the complaining parties." ( Id. at p. 165; see also Cotati Alliance for Better Housing v. City of Cotati (1983) 148 Cal. App.3d 280, 287, 291 [ 195 Cal. Rptr. 825 ]; Hutt

1984As we made clear in Birkenfeld , whether rental regulations are fair or confiscatory depends ultimately on the result reached. ( 17 Cal.3d 129, 165 .) That determination, of course, can only be made by analyzing a challenge to the regulation as applied. (13) Nevertheless, we will declare a regulation invalid on its face "when its terms will not permit those who administer it to avoid confiscatory results in its application to the complaining parties." ( Id. at p. 165; see also Cotati Alliance for Better Housing v. City of Cotati (1983) 148 Cal. App.3d 280, 287, 291 [ 195 Cal. Rptr. 825 ]; Hutt

11984–1984
Birkenfeld v. City of Berkeley green
cal · 1976
2 sentences

1984As we made clear in Birkenfeld , whether rental regulations are fair or confiscatory depends ultimately on the result reached. ( 17 Cal.3d 129, 165 .) That determination, of course, can only be made by analyzing a challenge to the regulation as applied.

1984As we made clear in Birkenfeld , whether rental regulations are fair or confiscatory depends ultimately on the result reached. ( 17 Cal.3d 129, 165 .) That determination, of course, can only be made by analyzing a challenge to the regulation as applied. (13) Nevertheless, we will declare a regulation invalid on its face "when its terms will not permit those who administer it to avoid confiscatory results in its application to the complaining parties." ( Id. at p. 165; see also Cotati Alliance for Better Housing v. City of Cotati (1983) 148 Cal. App.3d 280, 287, 291 [ 195 Cal. Rptr. 825 ]; Hutt

11984–1984
In Re Golden green
calctapp · 1977
2 sentences

1982And, while a State should take care, within the limits of the law, that the rights of its people are protected . . ., the judicial authorities of the Union should equally take care that the provisions of the Constitution be not so narrowly interpreted as to enable offenders against the laws of a State to find a permanent asylum in the territory of another State.’ [Citations!]” (See also In re Golden (1977) 65 Cal.App.3d 789 [ 135 Cal.Rptr. 512 ], cert, den. 434 U.S. 805 [ 54 L.Ed.2d 63 , 98 S.Ct. 35 ].) Pursuant to Penal Code section 1548.2 the courts have a limited scope of inquiry in habeas

1982And, while a State should take care, within the limits of the law, that the rights of its people are protected . . ., the judicial authorities of the Union should equally take care that the provisions of the Constitution be not so narrowly interpreted as to enable offenders against the laws of a State to find a permanent asylum in the territory of another State.’ [Citations!]” (See also In re Golden (1977) 65 Cal.App.3d 789 [ 135 Cal.Rptr. 512 ], cert, den. 434 U.S. 805 [ 54 L.Ed.2d 63 , 98 S.Ct. 35 ].) Pursuant to Penal Code section 1548.2 the courts have a limited scope of inquiry in habeas

11982–1982
Hagopian v. Justices of the Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts neutral
scotus · 1977
1 sentence

1982And, while a State should take care, within the limits of the law, that the rights of its people are protected . . ., the judicial authorities of the Union should equally take care that the provisions of the Constitution be not so narrowly interpreted as to enable offenders against the laws of a State to find a permanent asylum in the territory of another State.’ [Citations!]” (See also In re Golden (1977) 65 Cal.App.3d 789 [ 135 Cal.Rptr. 512 ], cert, den. 434 U.S. 805 [ 54 L.Ed.2d 63 , 98 S.Ct. 35 ].) Pursuant to Penal Code section 1548.2 the courts have a limited scope of inquiry in habeas

11982–1982
In re Kadans neutral
scotus · 1977
1 sentence

1982And, while a State should take care, within the limits of the law, that the rights of its people are protected . . ., the judicial authorities of the Union should equally take care that the provisions of the Constitution be not so narrowly interpreted as to enable offenders against the laws of a State to find a permanent asylum in the territory of another State.’ [Citations!]” (See also In re Golden (1977) 65 Cal.App.3d 789 [ 135 Cal.Rptr. 512 ], cert, den. 434 U.S. 805 [ 54 L.Ed.2d 63 , 98 S.Ct. 35 ].) Pursuant to Penal Code section 1548.2 the courts have a limited scope of inquiry in habeas

11982–1982
Leadership Housing, Inc. v. Department of Revenue neutral
scotus · 1977
1 sentence

1982And, while a State should take care, within the limits of the law, that the rights of its people are protected . . ., the judicial authorities of the Union should equally take care that the provisions of the Constitution be not so narrowly interpreted as to enable offenders against the laws of a State to find a permanent asylum in the territory of another State.’ [Citations!]” (See also In re Golden (1977) 65 Cal.App.3d 789 [ 135 Cal.Rptr. 512 ], cert, den. 434 U.S. 805 [ 54 L.Ed.2d 63 , 98 S.Ct. 35 ].) Pursuant to Penal Code section 1548.2 the courts have a limited scope of inquiry in habeas

11982–1982
In Re Kimler green
cal · 1951
1 sentence

1974(In re Kimler, supra, 37 Cal.2d at p. 570 .)

11974–1974

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