California § 2031.230 - A representation of inability to comply with the particular demand for inspection
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 2031.230 — A representation of inability to comply with the particular demand for inspection, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2031.230. A representation of inability to comply with the particular demand for inspection
A representation of inability to comply with the particular demand for inspection, copying, testing, or sampling shall affirm that a diligent search and a reasonable inquiry has been made in an effort to comply with that demand. This statement shall also specify whether the inability to comply is because the particular item or category has never existed, has been destroyed, has been lost, misplaced, or stolen, or has never been, or is no longer, in the possession, custody, or control of the responding party. The statement shall set forth the name and address of any natural person or organization known or believed by that party to have possession, custody, or control of that item or category of item.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 2031.230
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 2031.230 cover?
Section 2031.230 ("A representation of inability to comply with the particular demand for inspection") 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 § 2031.230?
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