California § 1051 - Except as provided in Section 1057, any person or agent or officer thereof, who r

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 1051 — Except as provided in Section 1057, any person or agent or officer thereof, who r, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1051. Except as provided in Section 1057, any person or agent or officer thereof, who r

Except as provided in Section 1057, any person or agent or officer thereof, who requires, as a condition precedent to securing or retaining employment, that an employee or applicant for employment be photographed or fingerprinted by any person who desires his or her photograph or fingerprints for the purpose of furnishing the same or information concerning the same or concerning the employee or applicant for employment to any other employer or third person, and these photographs and fingerprints could be used to the detriment of the employee or applicant for employment is guilty of a misdemeanor.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 1051

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 1051 cover?

Section 1051 ("Except as provided in Section 1057, any person or agent or officer thereof, who r") 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 § 1051?

A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 1051" (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 § 1051 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in California can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

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