California § 16457 - Whenever proof of financial responsibility is required to be filed pursuant to th
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 16457 — Whenever proof of financial responsibility is required to be filed pursuant to th, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16457. Whenever proof of financial responsibility is required to be filed pursuant to th
Whenever proof of financial responsibility is required to be filed pursuant to this chapter, no person of whom that proof is required shall drive any motor vehicle not covered by the certificate of proof of financial responsibility filed by him or her with the department, nor shall any applicant for that proof knowingly fail to disclose ownership of a motor vehicle in the application for proof of financial responsibility or to disclose any subsequently acquired motor vehicle.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 16457
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 16457 cover?
Section 16457 ("Whenever proof of financial responsibility is required to be filed pursuant to th") 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 § 16457?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 16457" (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 § 16457 apply to my situation?
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