Section 1239 Of Chapter 1. Appeals, When Allowed And How Taken, And The Effect Thereof From California Penal Code >> Title 9. >> Part 2. >> Chapter 1.
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. (a) Where an appeal lies on behalf of the defendant or the
people, it may be taken by the defendant or his or her counsel, or by
counsel for the people, in the manner provided in rules adopted by
the Judicial Council.
(b) When upon any plea a judgment of death is rendered, an appeal
is automatically taken by the defendant without any action by him or
her or his or her counsel. The defendant's trial counsel, whether
retained by the defendant or court appointed, shall continue to
represent the defendant until completing the additional duties set
forth in paragraph (1) of subdivision (e) of Section 1240.1.