California § 12316 - If a prorater contracts for, receives or makes any charge in excess of the maximu
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 12316 — If a prorater contracts for, receives or makes any charge in excess of the maximu, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12316. If a prorater contracts for, receives or makes any charge in excess of the maximu
If a prorater contracts for, receives or makes any charge in excess of the maximum permitted by this division, except as the result of an accidental and bona fide error, the proraterâs contract with the debtor shall be void and the prorater shall return to the debtor all charges received from the debtor.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 12316
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 12316 cover?
Section 12316 ("If a prorater contracts for, receives or makes any charge in excess of the maximu") 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 § 12316?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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