California § 18938 - The department or a designated appointing power may issue certificates of compete

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 18938 — The department or a designated appointing power may issue certificates of compete, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 18938. The department or a designated appointing power may issue certificates of compete

The department or a designated appointing power may issue certificates of competence to candidates who are successful in certain phases of examinations involving a particular knowledge, ability, or skill. For the period named in such a certificate, the department or a designated appointing power may accept it as evidence of the candidate’s competence in lieu of participation in that phase of an examination.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About California § 18938

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 18938 cover?

Section 18938 ("The department or a designated appointing power may issue certificates of compete") 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 § 18938?

A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 18938" (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 § 18938 apply to my situation?

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