California § 249.7 - If the written notice required pursuant to Section 249.5 is not given in a timely
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 249.7 — If the written notice required pursuant to Section 249.5 is not given in a timely, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 249.7. If the written notice required pursuant to Section 249.5 is not given in a timely
If the written notice required pursuant to Section 249.5 is not given in a timely manner to any person who has the power to control the distribution of either the decedentâs property or death benefits payable by reason of the decedentâs death, that person may make the distribution in the manner provided by law as if any child of the decedent conceived after the death of the decedent had predeceased the decedent without heirs. Any child of a decedent conceived after the death of the decedent, or that childâs representative, shall be barred from making a claim against either the person making the distribution or the recipient of the distribution when the claim is based on wrongful distribution and written notice has not been given in a timely manner pursuant to Section 249.5 to the person making that distribution.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 249.7
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 249.7 cover?
Section 249.7 ("If the written notice required pursuant to Section 249.5 is not given in a timely") 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 § 249.7?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 249.7" (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 § 249.7 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.