California § 20462 - If any contractor disputes the correctness or validity of any claim filed pursuan

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 20462 — If any contractor disputes the correctness or validity of any claim filed pursuan, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 20462. If any contractor disputes the correctness or validity of any claim filed pursuan

If any contractor disputes the correctness or validity of any claim filed pursuant to this chapter, the city or superintendent of streets may permit the contractor to deliver to the city or superintendent of streets a bond satisfactory to said city or superintendent of streets executed by the contractor and some corporation authorized to issue surety bonds in a penal sum equal to one and one-fourth times the amount of the claim.

Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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Frequently Asked Questions About California § 20462

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 20462 cover?

Section 20462 ("If any contractor disputes the correctness or validity of any claim filed pursuan") 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 § 20462?

A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 20462" (California). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of California law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.

How does California § 20462 apply to my situation?

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