California § 22948.3 - The following persons may bring an action against a person who violates or is in
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 22948.3 — The following persons may bring an action against a person who violates or is in, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 22948.3. The following persons may bring an action against a person who violates or is in
(a) The following persons may bring an action against a person who violates or is in violation of Section 22948.2: (1) A person who (A) is engaged in the business of providing Internet access service to the public, owns a Web page, or owns a trademark, and (B) is adversely affected by a violation of Section 22948.2. An action brought under this paragraph may seek to recover the greater of actual damages or five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000). (2) An individual who is adversely affected by a violation of Section 22948.2 may bring an action, but only against a person who has directly violated Section 22948.2. An action brought under this paragraph may seek to enjoin further violations of Section 22948.2 and to recover the greater of three times the amount of actual damages or five thousand dollars ($5,000) per violation. (b) The Attorney General or a district attorney may bring an action against a person who violates or is in violation of Section 22948.2 to enjoin further violations of Section 22948.2 and to recover a civil penalty of up to two thousand five hundred dollars ($2,500) per violation. (c) In an action pursuant to this section, a court may, in addition, do either or both of the following: (1) Increase the recoverable damages to an amount up to three times the damages otherwise recoverable under subdivision (a) in cases in which the defendant has engaged in a pattern and practice of violating Section 22948.2. (2) Award costs of suit and reasonable attorneyâs fees to a prevailing plaintiff. (d) The remedies provided in this section do not preclude the seeking of remedies, including criminal remedies, under any other applicable provision of law. (e) For purposes of paragraph (1) of subdivision (a), multiple violations of Section 22948.2 resulting from any single action or conduct shall constitute one violation.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 22948.3
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 22948.3 cover?
Section 22948.3 ("The following persons may bring an action against a person who violates or is in") 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 § 22948.3?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 22948.3" (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 § 22948.3 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in California can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in California.