California § 12996 - If any clause, sentence, paragraph, or part of this part relating to discriminati
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 12996 — If any clause, sentence, paragraph, or part of this part relating to discriminati, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 12996. If any clause, sentence, paragraph, or part of this part relating to discriminati
If any clause, sentence, paragraph, or part of this part relating to discrimination in employment or the application thereof to any person or circumstance, shall, for any reason, be adjudged by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, such judgment shall not affect, impair, or invalidate the remainder of this part and the application thereof to other persons or circumstances, but shall be confined in its operation to the clause, sentence, paragraph, or part thereof directly involved in the controversy in which such judgment shall have been rendered and to the person or circumstances involved.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 12996
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 12996 cover?
Section 12996 ("If any clause, sentence, paragraph, or part of this part relating to discriminati") 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 § 12996?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 12996" (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 § 12996 apply to my situation?
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