California § 20008 - Any paid political advertisement that refers to an election or to any candidate f
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 20008 — Any paid political advertisement that refers to an election or to any candidate f, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 20008. Any paid political advertisement that refers to an election or to any candidate f
Any paid political advertisement that refers to an election or to any candidate for state or local elective office and that is contained in or distributed with a newspaper, shall bear on each surface or page thereof, in type or lettering at least half as large as the type or lettering of the advertisement or in 10-point roman type, whichever is larger, the words âPaid Political Advertisement.â The words shall be set apart from any other printed matter. As used in this section âpaid political advertisementâ shall mean and shall be limited to, published statements paid for by advertisers for purposes of supporting or defeating any person who has filed for an elective state or local office.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 20008
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 20008 cover?
Section 20008 ("Any paid political advertisement that refers to an election or to any candidate f") 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 § 20008?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 20008" (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 § 20008 apply to my situation?
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