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| Directed by | George Melford |
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| Starring | See below |
| Cinematography | Edward A. Kull |
| Edited by | Frederick Bain |
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Running time | 62 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
The Penal Code is a 1932 American crime drama film directed by George Melford.
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