California § 17159 - Every person who is a personal representative of a decedent who has control or po
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 17159 — Every person who is a personal representative of a decedent who has control or po, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17159. Every person who is a personal representative of a decedent who has control or po
Every person who is a personal representative of a decedent who has control or possession of a motor vehicle subject to administration for the purpose of administration of an estate is, during the period of such administration, or until the vehicle has been distributed under order of the court or he has complied with the requirements of subdivision (a) or (b) of Section 5602, liable and responsible for death or injury to person or property resulting from a negligent or wrongful act or omission in the operation of the motor vehicle by any person using or operating the same with the permission, express or implied, of the personal representative.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 17159
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 17159 cover?
Section 17159 ("Every person who is a personal representative of a decedent who has control or po") 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 § 17159?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 17159 apply to my situation?
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