California § 18500 - Any person who commits fraud or attempts to commit fraud, and any person who aids
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 18500 — Any person who commits fraud or attempts to commit fraud, and any person who aids, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 18500. Any person who commits fraud or attempts to commit fraud, and any person who aids
Any person who commits fraud or attempts to commit fraud, and any person who aids or abets fraud or attempts to aid or abet fraud, in connection with any vote cast, to be cast, or attempted to be cast, is guilty of a felony, punishable by imprisonment for 16 months or two or three years.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 18500
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 18500 cover?
Section 18500 ("Any person who commits fraud or attempts to commit fraud, and any person who aids") 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 § 18500?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 18500" (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 § 18500 apply to my situation?
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