Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation - Operations Manual

Chapter 5 – Adult Custody and Security Operations

Article 22 – Gang Management

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52070.15 Gangs Defined

  • As referenced in CCRCalifornia Code of Regulations Section 3000, a gang is defined as any ongoing formal or informal organization, association, or group of three (3) or more persons, which has a common name or identifying sign or symbol whose members and/or associates engage or have engaged on behalf of that organization, association, or group in two or more illicit activities which include, but are not limited to, planning, organizing, threatening, financing, soliciting, or committing unlawful acts or acts of misconduct classified as serious pursuant to CCRCalifornia Code of Regulations Section3315.