Section 788.00 - Definitions(a) The following definitions shall apply to this article: (1) Substantial probability means that the likelihood of an event is real, actual and not imaginary, insignificant or remote.(2) Physical harm means that type of dangerous bodily injury, illness or condition in which: (A) A part of the body would be permanently removed, rendered functionally useless or substantially reduced in capacity, either temporarily or permanently and/or;(B) A part of an internal function of the body would be inhibited in its normal performance to such a degree as to temporarily or permanently cause a reduction in physical or mental capacity or shorten life.(3) Direct relationship means one in which a significant risk or effect is created and does not include a remote or minimal risk or effect.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 9, § 788.00
1. New article 8 heading (sections 788.00-788.14) and renumbering of former section 787.00 to new section 788.00 filed 8-21-97; operative 8-21-97 (Register 97, No. 34). Note: Authority cited: Sections 5675 and 5768, Welfare and Institutions Code; Section 3 of Chapter 678 of the Statutes of 1994. Reference: Sections 5675 and 5768, Welfare and Institutions Code.
1. New article 8 heading (sections 788.00-788.14) and renumbering of former section 787.00 to new section 788.00 filed 8-21-97; operative 8-21-97 (Register 97, No. 34).