California § 1952 - The appeals board and its representatives and administrative law judges are not b

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§ 1952. The appeals board and its representatives and administrative law judges are not b

The appeals board and its representatives and administrative law judges are not bound by common law or statutory rules of evidence or by technical or formal rules of procedure but may conduct the hearings and appeals in such manner as to ascertain the substantial rights of the parties. A full and complete record shall be kept of all proceedings in connection with disputed claims. All testimony at any hearing held in this state upon a disputed claim arising under this division shall be recorded and, when feasible, by a reporter in shorthand or by machine writing. The testimony need not be transcribed unless the disputed claim is further appealed.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 1952

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 1952 cover?

Section 1952 ("The appeals board and its representatives and administrative law judges are not b") 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 § 1952?

A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 1952" (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 § 1952 apply to my situation?

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