Section 1503 Of Chapter 1. Of The Writ Of Habeas Corpus From California Penal Code >> Title 12. >> Part 2. >> Chapter 1.

. All writs, warrants, process, and subpoenas authorized by the provisions of this Chapter must be issued by the Clerk of the Court, and, except subpoenas, must be sealed with the seal of such Court, and served and returned forthwith, unless the Court or Judge shall specify a particular time for any such return.