Section 279.1.

Cal. Penal Code - PEN § 279.1.
in effect
Sign in to generate a plain English summaryAsk Belisarius Agent
The offenses enumerated in Sections 278 and 278.5 are continuous in nature, and continue for as long as the minor child is concealed or detained.

References

referencesCal. Penal Code - PEN § 278.
Source: CA Legislative Counsel Bulk DataURL: https://downloads.leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/pubinfo_2025.zipFetched: 6/27/2026

Starting a business in California? California LLC guide: costs and requirements