California § 15422 - Where a county public defender has refused, or is otherwise reasonably unable, to
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 15422 — Where a county public defender has refused, or is otherwise reasonably unable, to, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15422. Where a county public defender has refused, or is otherwise reasonably unable, to
Where a county public defender has refused, or is otherwise reasonably unable, to represent a person because of conflict of interest or other reason, the State Public Defender is authorized to represent that person, pursuant to a contract with the county which provides for reimbursement of costs, where the person is not financially able to employ counsel and is charged with the commission of any contempt or offense triable in the superior court at all stages of any proceedings relating to that charge, including restrictions on liberty resulting from that charge. The State Public Defender may decline to represent the person by filing a letter with the appropriate court citing Section 15420.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 15422
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 15422 cover?
Section 15422 ("Where a county public defender has refused, or is otherwise reasonably unable, to") 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 § 15422?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 15422" (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 § 15422 apply to my situation?
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