California § 1798.99 - A customer harmed by the release or unauthorized use of his or her customer data,
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§ 1798.99. A customer harmed by the release or unauthorized use of his or her customer data,
(a) A customer harmed by the release or unauthorized use of his or her customer data, in violation of Section 1798.98, may bring a civil action to recover actual damages in an amount not to exceed five hundred dollars ($500) for each willful violation. (b) The rights, remedies, and penalties established by this title are in addition to the rights, remedies, or penalties established under any other law. (c) Nothing in this title shall abrogate any authority of the Attorney General to enforce existing law.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 1798.99
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 1798.99 cover?
Section 1798.99 ("A customer harmed by the release or unauthorized use of his or her customer data,") 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 § 1798.99?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 1798.99" (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?
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How does California § 1798.99 apply to my situation?
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