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Form CR-170 Notification of Decision Whether to Challenge Recommendation (Pen. Code, 2972.1) - California
What Is Form CR-170?
This is a legal form that was released by the California Superior Court - a government authority operating within California. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is Form CR-170?
A: Form CR-170 is the Notification of Decision Whether to Challenge Recommendation in California.
Q: What is the purpose of Form CR-170?
A: The purpose of Form CR-170 is to notify the defendant of the decision whether to challenge the recommendation made regarding their parole suitability.
Q: When is Form CR-170 used?
A: Form CR-170 is used in California when a recommendation is made regarding the defendant's parole suitability and a decision is made whether to challenge that recommendation.
Q: Who fills out Form CR-170?
A: The defendant or their attorney fills out Form CR-170.
Q: Is Form CR-170 mandatory?
A: Yes, Form CR-170 is mandatory in California when a decision is made regarding the challenge of a parole recommendation.
Q: What happens after Form CR-170 is filled out?
A: After Form CR-170 is filled out, it must be filed with the court and served on the prosecution.
Q: Can Form CR-170 be challenged?
A: Yes, the decision made in Form CR-170 can be challenged through appropriate legal procedures.
Q: What are the consequences of challenging a parole recommendation?
A: The consequences of challenging a parole recommendation include a possible hearing before the Board of Parole Hearings and a review of the recommendation.
Q: What are the penalties for not filing Form CR-170?
A: Not filing Form CR-170 may result in the loss of the right to challenge the parole recommendation.
Form Details:
- Released on January 1, 2003;
- The latest edition provided by the California Superior Court;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Quick to customize;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
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