California § 11603 - The Attorney General, with the approval of the Research Advisory Panel, may autho

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 11603 — The Attorney General, with the approval of the Research Advisory Panel, may autho, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 11603. The Attorney General, with the approval of the Research Advisory Panel, may autho

The Attorney General, with the approval of the Research Advisory Panel, may authorize persons engaged in research on the use and effects of controlled substances to withhold the names and other identifying characteristics of individuals who are the subjects of the research. Persons who obtain this authorization are not compelled in any civil, criminal, administrative, legislative, or other proceeding to identify the individuals who are the subjects of research for which the authorization was obtained.

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Frequently Asked Questions About California § 11603

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 11603 cover?

Section 11603 ("The Attorney General, with the approval of the Research Advisory Panel, may autho") 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 § 11603?

A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 11603" (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 § 11603 apply to my situation?

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