California § 1452 - A seal is presumed to be genuine and its use authorized if it purports to be the
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 1452 — A seal is presumed to be genuine and its use authorized if it purports to be the, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1452. A seal is presumed to be genuine and its use authorized if it purports to be the
A seal is presumed to be genuine and its use authorized if it purports to be the seal of: (a) The United States or a department, agency, or public employee of the United States. (b) A public entity in the United States or a department, agency, or public employee of such public entity. (c) A nation recognized by the executive power of the United States or a department, agency, or officer of such nation. (d) A public entity in a nation recognized by the executive power of the United States or a department, agency, or officer of such public entity. (e) A court of admiralty or maritime jurisdiction. (f) A notary public within any state of the United States.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 1452
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 1452 cover?
Section 1452 ("A seal is presumed to be genuine and its use authorized if it purports to be the") 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 § 1452?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 1452" (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 § 1452 apply to my situation?
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