California § 801 - If a witness is testifying as an expert, his testimony in the form of an opinion
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 801 — If a witness is testifying as an expert, his testimony in the form of an opinion, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 801. If a witness is testifying as an expert, his testimony in the form of an opinion
If a witness is testifying as an expert, his testimony in the form of an opinion is limited to such an opinion as is: (a) Related to a subject that is sufficiently beyond common experience that the opinion of an expert would assist the trier of fact; and (b) Based on matter (including his special knowledge, skill, experience, training, and education) perceived by or personally known to the witness or made known to him at or before the hearing, whether or not admissible, that is of a type that reasonably may be relied upon by an expert in forming an opinion upon the subject to which his testimony relates, unless an expert is precluded by law from using such matter as a basis for his opinion.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 801
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 801 cover?
Section 801 ("If a witness is testifying as an expert, his testimony in the form of an opinion") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 801?
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