California § 11440.20 - Service of a writing or electronic document on, or giving of a notice to, a perso
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 11440.20 — Service of a writing or electronic document on, or giving of a notice to, a perso, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 11440.20. Service of a writing or electronic document on, or giving of a notice to, a perso
Service of a writing or electronic document on, or giving of a notice to, a person in a procedure provided in this chapter is subject to the following provisions: (a) The writing, electronic document, or notice shall be delivered personally or sent by mail, electronic, or other means to the person at the personâs last known address or, if the person is a party with an attorney or other authorized representative of record in the proceeding, to the partyâs attorney or other authorized representative. If a party is required by statute or regulation to maintain an address with an agency, the partyâs last known address is the address maintained with the agency. (b) Unless a provision specifies the form of mail, service or notice by mail may be by first-class mail, registered mail, or certified mail, by mail delivery service, by facsimile transmission if complete and without error, or by other electronic means as provided by regulation, in the discretion of the sender.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 11440.20
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 11440.20 cover?
Section 11440.20 ("Service of a writing or electronic document on, or giving of a notice to, a perso") 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 § 11440.20?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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