California § 1540 - This article does not apply in any of the following cases: (a) Where the petition
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 1540 — This article does not apply in any of the following cases: (a) Where the petition, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1540. This article does not apply in any of the following cases: (a) Where the petition
This article does not apply in any of the following cases: (a) Where the petition is for guardianship of the estate exclusively. (b) Where the proposed guardian is a relative of the proposed ward. (c) Where the Director of Developmental Services is appointed guardian pursuant to Article 7.5 (commencing with Section 416) of Chapter 2 of Part 1 of Division 1 of the Health and Safety Code. (d) Where the director of the department designated by the board of supervisors to provide social services is appointed guardian. (e) Where the public guardian is appointed guardian. (f) Where the guardianship results from a permanency plan for a dependent child pursuant to Section 366.25 of the Welfare and Institutions Code.
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 ("This article does not apply in any of the following cases: (a) Where the petition") 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?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 1540" (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 § 1540 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in California can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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