California § 1209.5 - When a court of competent jurisdiction makes an order compelling a parent to furn
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 1209.5 — When a court of competent jurisdiction makes an order compelling a parent to furn, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1209.5. When a court of competent jurisdiction makes an order compelling a parent to furn
When a court of competent jurisdiction makes an order compelling a parent to furnish support or necessary food, clothing, shelter, medical attendance, or other remedial care for his or her child, proof that the order was made, filed, and served on the parent or proof that the parent was present in court at the time the order was pronounced and proof that the parent did not comply with the order is prima facie evidence of a contempt of court.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 1209.5
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 1209.5 cover?
Section 1209.5 ("When a court of competent jurisdiction makes an order compelling a parent to furn") 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 § 1209.5?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 1209.5" (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?
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How does California § 1209.5 apply to my situation?
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