California § 12543 - The compensation for services of such counsel shall be determined by the Departme
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§ 12543. The compensation for services of such counsel shall be determined by the Departme
The compensation for services of such counsel shall be determined by the Department of General Services and paid only out of the sums found to be escheated and recovered to the state. The Attorney General may pay to such counsel a sum not in excess of 10 percent of the sums actually received, and the balance shall be paid into the estates of Deceased Persons Fund.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 12543
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 12543 cover?
Section 12543 ("The compensation for services of such counsel shall be determined by the Departme") 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 § 12543?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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