California § 12697 - Section 12490 of the new law shall apply to actions commenced on or after January

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 12697 — Section 12490 of the new law shall apply to actions commenced on or after January, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 12697. Section 12490 of the new law shall apply to actions commenced on or after January

Section 12490 of the new law shall apply to actions commenced on or after January 1, 1984, with respect to a subject corporation. The prior law shall govern actions which are commenced prior to January 1, 1984, but are still pending on January 1, 1984.

Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 12697

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 12697 cover?

Section 12697 ("Section 12490 of the new law shall apply to actions commenced on or after January") 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 § 12697?

A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 12697" (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 § 12697 apply to my situation?

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