California

Criminal Procedure

Rule 4.114 – Certification under Penal Code section 859a

When a plea of guilty or no contest is entered under Penal Code section 859a, the magistrate must:

(1) Set a date for imposing sentence; and
(2) Refer the case to the probation officer for action as provided in Penal Code sections 1191 and 1203.

Cal. R. Ct. 4.114