California § 1540 - Any person who violates this chapter, or who willfully or repeatedly violates any
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 1540 — Any person who violates this chapter, or who willfully or repeatedly violates any, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1540. Any person who violates this chapter, or who willfully or repeatedly violates any
(a) Any person who violates this chapter, or who willfully or repeatedly violates any rule or regulation promulgated under this chapter, is guilty of a misdemeanor and upon conviction thereof shall be punished by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000) or by imprisonment in the county jail for a period not to exceed 180 days, or by both such fine and imprisonment. (b) Operation of a community care facility without a license shall be subject to a summons to appear in court.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 1540
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 1540 cover?
Section 1540 ("Any person who violates this chapter, or who willfully or repeatedly violates any") 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 § 1540?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 1540 apply to my situation?
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