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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 2Pt. 3Ch. 2Art. 2§ 26641 Prisoner Property Transfer Rules

§ 26641 Prisoner Property Transfer Rules

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§ 26641 Prisoner Property Transfer Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •If a prisoner is moved to a hospital, another prison, or given to an officer from another place, their money and stuff must go with them.
  • •The money and stuff should be given to the new place or the officer for the prisoner to use later.
  • •This rule makes sure the prisoner’s things aren’t lost or stolen when they move.

Example

A prisoner named John is moved from a local jail to a state prison.

The jail must send John’s money and things (like a watch or jewelry) to the state prison so he still has them when he gets there.

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

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§ 26641 Prisoner Property Transfer Rules

When any prisoner is removed to a state hospital or to a state prison or is released to the custody of an officer of another jurisdiction, his money and valuables or the remainder shall be transmitted to the hospital or prison or entrusted to the officer for the prisoner’s account. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

leasecustodyhospitaljurisdiction

Related Statutes

  • § 26640 Prisoner Property Handling Rules
  • § 11180 Department Investigations And Prosecutions
  • § 14662.5 State Indemnification For Easements
  • § 14666.6 State Property Access Negotiation
  • § 14666.8 State Wireless Lease Inventory

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 26641.
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