California § 16440 - This article applies only to contests on the grounds that: (a) The defendant is n
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 16440 — This article applies only to contests on the grounds that: (a) The defendant is n, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16440. This article applies only to contests on the grounds that: (a) The defendant is n
This article applies only to contests on the grounds that: (a) The defendant is not eligible to the office in dispute. (b) The defendant has committed any offense against the elective franchise as defined in Division 18 (commencing with Section 18000). (c) A sufficient number of votes were illegal, fraudulent, forged, or otherwise improper, and that had those votes not been counted the defendant would not have received as many votes as the contestant.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 16440
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 16440 cover?
Section 16440 ("This article applies only to contests on the grounds that: (a) The defendant is n") 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 § 16440?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 16440" (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 § 16440 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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