California § 1014 - A defendant appears in an action when the defendant answers, demurs, files a noti
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 1014 — A defendant appears in an action when the defendant answers, demurs, files a noti, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1014. A defendant appears in an action when the defendant answers, demurs, files a noti
A defendant appears in an action when the defendant answers, demurs, files a notice of motion to strike, files a notice of motion to transfer pursuant to Section 396b, moves for reclassification pursuant to Section 403.040, gives the plaintiff written notice of appearance, or when an attorney gives notice of appearance for the defendant. After appearance, a defendant or the defendantâs attorney is entitled to notice of all subsequent proceedings of which notice is required to be given. Where a defendant has not appeared, service of notice or papers need not be made upon the defendant.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 1014
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 1014 cover?
Section 1014 ("A defendant appears in an action when the defendant answers, demurs, files a noti") 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 § 1014?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 1014" (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?
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How does California § 1014 apply to my situation?
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