California § 122227 - A contract entered into on or after January 1, 2026, to transfer ownership of a d
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 122227 — A contract entered into on or after January 1, 2026, to transfer ownership of a d, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 122227. A contract entered into on or after January 1, 2026, to transfer ownership of a d
(a) A contract entered into on or after January 1, 2026, to transfer ownership of a dog, cat, or rabbit to a purchaser that is offered, negotiated, brokered, or otherwise arranged by a person, pet dealer, or business while the purchaser is located in California is void as against public policy if the contract includes or requires a nonrefundable deposit. (b) If money is exchanged pursuant to a contract that is void pursuant to this section, the seller shall refund the money to the purchaser within 30 days of receiving notice that the contract is void pursuant to this section without expectation of return of the contract subject.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 122227
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 122227 cover?
Section 122227 ("A contract entered into on or after January 1, 2026, to transfer ownership of a d") 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 § 122227?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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