MURDER & HOMICIDE LAW — CALIFORNIA
First Degree Murder in California — PC §189 Premeditated Murder
First degree murder under PC §189 requires premeditation and deliberation. It carries 25 years to life in state prison. With special circumstances it can result in life without parole.
Reviewed by Daniel S. Rubin, CA Bar 302093 · Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney
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First Degree Murder California — At a Glance
- Law / Code
- PC §189
- Classification
- Felony — Life Sentence
- Maximum Penalty
- 25 years to life in state prison / LWOP with special circumstances
- Probation Eligible
- Never
- Strike Offense
- Yes — violent felony
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