California § 13189 - The original and annual renewal fee for any license or a certificate of registrat
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 13189 — The original and annual renewal fee for any license or a certificate of registrat, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13189. The original and annual renewal fee for any license or a certificate of registrat
(a) The original and annual renewal fee for any license or a certificate of registration issued pursuant to this chapter shall be established by the State Fire Marshal. That fee shall not exceed the amount necessary to cover the costs incurred in the administration and enforcement of this chapter. (b) A penalty fee equal to 50 percent of the required annual license fee or certificate of registration fee shall be added to the fee in all cases where the fee for a renewal is not paid on or before November 1.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 13189
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 13189 cover?
Section 13189 ("The original and annual renewal fee for any license or a certificate of registrat") 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 § 13189?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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