California § 1562 - If the original records would be admissible in evidence if the custodian or other
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§ 1562. If the original records would be admissible in evidence if the custodian or other
If the original records would be admissible in evidence if the custodian or other qualified witness had been present and testified to the matters stated in the affidavit, and if the requirements of Section 1271 have been met, the copy of the records is admissible in evidence. The affidavit is admissible as evidence of the matters stated therein pursuant to Section 1561 and the matters so stated are presumed true. When more than one person has knowledge of the facts, more than one affidavit may be made. The presumption established by this section is a presumption affecting the burden of producing evidence.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 1562
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 1562 cover?
Section 1562 ("If the original records would be admissible in evidence if the custodian or other") 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 § 1562?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 1562" (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 § 1562 apply to my situation?
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