California § 11199.5 - Local law enforcement agencies are encouraged to report thefts of commodity metal
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 11199.5 — Local law enforcement agencies are encouraged to report thefts of commodity metal, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11199.5. Local law enforcement agencies are encouraged to report thefts of commodity metal
Local law enforcement agencies are encouraged to report thefts of commodity metals, including, but not limited to, ferrous metal, copper, brass, aluminum, nickel, stainless steel, and alloys, that have occurred within their jurisdiction to the theft alert system maintained by the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries, Inc., or its successor, in order to ensure that persons using that system receive timely and thorough information regarding metal thefts. The institute or its successor shall not sell subscribersâ information received pursuant to this section to third parties.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 11199.5
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 11199.5 cover?
Section 11199.5 ("Local law enforcement agencies are encouraged to report thefts of commodity metal") 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 § 11199.5?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 11199.5" (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 § 11199.5 apply to my situation?
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