California § 19542 - Except as otherwise provided in this article and as required to administer Sectio

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 19542 — Except as otherwise provided in this article and as required to administer Sectio, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 19542. Except as otherwise provided in this article and as required to administer Sectio

Except as otherwise provided in this article and as required to administer Section 19005, it is a misdemeanor for the Franchise Tax Board or any member thereof, or any deputy, agent, clerk, or other officer or employee of the state, including its political subdivisions, or a jury commissioner, or any former officer or employee or other individual, who in the course of their employment or duty has or had access to returns, reports, or documents required to be filed under this part, to disclose or make known in any manner information as to the amount of income or any particulars, including the business affairs of a corporation, set forth or disclosed therein.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 19542

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 19542 cover?

Section 19542 ("Except as otherwise provided in this article and as required to administer Sectio") 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 § 19542?

A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 19542" (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 § 19542 apply to my situation?

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