California § 16278 - The determination of the governing body in distributing funds to a special distri
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 16278 — The determination of the governing body in distributing funds to a special distri, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16278. The determination of the governing body in distributing funds to a special distri
The determination of the governing body in distributing funds to a special district pursuant to this chapter shall be final and conclusive in the absence of fraud or prejudicial abuse of discretion. In any action or proceeding to review any determination of the governing body, such inquiry shall be limited to whether there was fraud or prejudicial abuse of discretion. Prejudicial abuse of discretion shall be established if the court finds that the determination of the governing body was not supported by substantial evidence in light of the whole record.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 16278
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 16278 cover?
Section 16278 ("The determination of the governing body in distributing funds to a special distri") 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 § 16278?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 16278 apply to my situation?
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