What is the mandatory penalty for failing to pay a criminal fine?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Garcia, B222978, Ct. No. BA356518 (Cal. App. 2011):
7. See, e.g., People v. Castellanos (2009) 175 Cal.App.4th 1524, 1528-1531, for a catalogue of mandatory penalties imposed upon fines in criminal cases.
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