California § 1283 - An official written report or record that a person is missing, missing in action,
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 1283 — An official written report or record that a person is missing, missing in action,, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1283. An official written report or record that a person is missing, missing in action,
An official written report or record that a person is missing, missing in action, interned in a foreign country, captured by a hostile force, beleaguered by a hostile force, beseiged by a hostile force, or detained in a foreign country against his will, or is dead or is alive, made by an employee of the United States authorized by any law of the United States to make such report or record shall be received in any court, office, or other place in this state as evidence that such person is missing, missing in action, interned in a foreign country, captured by a hostile force, beleaguered by a hostile force, besieged by a hostile force, or detained in a foreign country against his will, or is dead or is alive.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 1283
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 1283 cover?
Section 1283 ("An official written report or record that a person is missing, missing in action,") 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 § 1283?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 1283" (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 § 1283 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in California can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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