California § 16770 - As used in this part,
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 16770 — As used in this part,, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16770. As used in this part,
As used in this part, âless lethal ammunitionâ means any ammunition that satisfies both of the following requirements: (a) It is designed to be used in any less lethal weapon or any other kind of weapon (including, but not limited to, any firearm, pistol, revolver, shotgun, rifle, or spring, compressed air, or compressed gas weapon). (b) When used in a less lethal weapon or other weapon, it is designed to immobilize, incapacitate, or stun a human being through the infliction of any less than lethal impairment of physical condition, function, or senses, including physical pain or discomfort.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 16770
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 16770 cover?
Section 16770 ("As used in this part,") 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.
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