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California Penal Code Section 496e

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Any person who buys or receives, for purposes of salvage, any
part of a fire hydrant or fire department connection, including, but
not limited to, bronze or brass fittings and parts, that has been
stolen or obtained in any manner constituting theft or extortion,
knowing the property to be so stolen or obtained, shall, in addition
to any other penalty provided by law, be subject to a criminal fine
of not more than three thousand dollars ($3,000).

Last modified: January 12, 2009