California § 14403 - Every person who has in his possession, or who uses any cask, bottle, vessel, cas
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 14403 — Every person who has in his possession, or who uses any cask, bottle, vessel, cas, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14403. Every person who has in his possession, or who uses any cask, bottle, vessel, cas
Every person who has in his possession, or who uses any cask, bottle, vessel, case, cover, label, brand, or other thing bearing, or having in any way connected with it, the trade name of another, for the purpose of disposing of any article other than that which such cask, bottle, vessel, case, cover, label, brand or other thing, originally contained, or is connected with by the owner of the trade name, with intent to deceive or defraud, is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 14403
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 14403 cover?
Section 14403 ("Every person who has in his possession, or who uses any cask, bottle, vessel, cas") 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 § 14403?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 14403" (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 § 14403 apply to my situation?
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