California § 2031
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 2031, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2031.
(a) (1) Except as provided in subdivision (b), during the pendency of a proceeding for dissolution of marriage, for nullity of marriage, for legal separation of the parties, or any proceeding subsequent to entry of a related judgment, an application for a temporary order making, augmenting, or modifying an award of attorneyâs fees, including a reasonable retainer to hire an attorney, or costs or both shall be made by motion on notice or by an order to show cause. (2) The court shall rule on an application within 15 days of the hearing on the motion or order to show cause. (b) An order described in subdivision (a) may be made without notice by an oral motion in open court at either of the following times: (1) At the time of the hearing of the cause on the merits. (2) At any time before entry of judgment against a party whose default has been entered pursuant to Section 585 or 586 of the Code of Civil Procedure. The court shall rule on any motion made pursuant to this subdivision within 15 days and prior to the entry of any judgment.
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 2031
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 2031 cover?
Section 2031 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?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 2031" (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 § 2031 apply to my situation?
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