California § 16503 - The contestant shall, in the first instance, be liable for the expenses involved
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§ 16503. The contestant shall, in the first instance, be liable for the expenses involved
The contestant shall, in the first instance, be liable for the expenses involved in making any recount. He or she shall pay into court in advance each day a sum that the judge finds sufficient to pay all recount expenses that will have accrued by the end of that day. The sums paid shall be part of the costs. The elections official may pay each day the clerical assistants necessary for the recount from the amount advanced by the contestant without the necessity of the funds being first deposited with the county treasurer.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 16503
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 16503 cover?
Section 16503 ("The contestant shall, in the first instance, be liable for the expenses involved") 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 § 16503?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 16503" (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 § 16503 apply to my situation?
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