If it is found that the female is not pregnant, the warden must execute the judgment; if it is found that she is pregnant the warden must suspend the execution of the judgment, and transmit a certified copy of the finding and certificate to the Governor. When the Governor receives from the warden a certificate that the defendant is no longer pregnant, he must issue to the warden this warrant appointing a day for the execution of the judgment.
Cal. Penal Code § 3706
Suspension of Execution of Death Penalty: Insanity: Pregnancy
Applied in 1 court decision — leading case 71 Cal. 2d 954 - People v. Belous (1969)
Most recently applied in 71 Cal. 2d 954 - People v. Belous (September 1969)
Added by Stats. 1941, Ch. 106.
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