California § 14050 - The use by any person, other than those authorized by this division, of any name
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 14050 — The use by any person, other than those authorized by this division, of any name, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14050. The use by any person, other than those authorized by this division, of any name
The use by any person, other than those authorized by this division, of any name or title which contains the phrase âcredit union,â is a misdemeanor. Nonprofit associations, which are formed for the mutual benefit and protection of credit unions, by credit unions organized under this division, or under the provisions of the statutes of the United States applicable to credit unions or any nonprofit association formed for the mutual benefit and protection of credit union employees by bona fide employees of credit unions, may use the phrase âcredit unionâ in the name or title designating any such association.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 14050
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 14050 cover?
Section 14050 ("The use by any person, other than those authorized by this division, of any name") 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 § 14050?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 14050" (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?
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How does California § 14050 apply to my situation?
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