California § 1785.32 - Except as provided in Section 1785.31, no consumer may bring any action or procee

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 1785.32 — Except as provided in Section 1785.31, no consumer may bring any action or procee, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 1785.32. Except as provided in Section 1785.31, no consumer may bring any action or procee

Except as provided in Section 1785.31, no consumer may bring any action or proceeding in the nature of defamation, invasion of privacy or negligence with respect to the reporting of information against any consumer reporting agency, any user of information, or any person who furnishes information to a consumer reporting agency, based on information disclosed pursuant to Section 1785.10, 1785.15 or 1785.20 of this title, except as to false information furnished with malice or willful intent to injure such consumer.

Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 1785.32

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 1785.32 cover?

Section 1785.32 ("Except as provided in Section 1785.31, no consumer may bring any action or procee") 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 § 1785.32?

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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 § 1785.32 apply to my situation?

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