Section 4804 Of Chapter 1. Powers And Duties Of Governor From California Penal Code >> Title 6. >> Part 3. >> Chapter 1.

. At least 10 days before the Governor acts upon an application for a pardon, written notice of the intention to apply therefor, signed by the person applying, must be served upon the district attorney of the county where the conviction was had, and proof, by affidavit, of the service must be presented to the Governor.