California § 12095 - No insurer admitted in this state to issue surety insurance shall fail or refuse
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§ 12095. No insurer admitted in this state to issue surety insurance shall fail or refuse
No insurer admitted in this state to issue surety insurance shall fail or refuse to accept an application for a contractorâs license or performance bond, or to issue such a bond to an applicant therefor, or refuse or cancel such a bond, under conditions less favorable to the obligor than in other comparable cases, except for reasons applicable alike to persons of every characteristic listed or defined in subdivision (b) or (e) of Section 51 of the Civil Code, or persons of every geographical area; nor shall any characteristic listed or defined in subdivision (b) or (e) of Section 51 of the Civil Code, or location within a county, of itself, constitute a condition or risk for which a greater rate, premium, charge, guaranty, or collateral may be required of the applicant for such a bond.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 12095
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 12095 cover?
Section 12095 ("No insurer admitted in this state to issue surety insurance shall fail or refuse") 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 § 12095?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 12095" (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 § 12095 apply to my situation?
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