California § 25504 - Every person who directly or indirectly controls a person liable under Section 25
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 25504 — Every person who directly or indirectly controls a person liable under Section 25, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 25504. Every person who directly or indirectly controls a person liable under Section 25
Every person who directly or indirectly controls a person liable under Section 25501 or 25503, every partner in a firm so liable, every principal executive officer or director of a corporation so liable, every person occupying a similar status or performing similar functions, every employee of a person so liable who materially aids in the act or transaction constituting the violation, and every broker-dealer or agent who materially aids in the act or transaction constituting the violation, are also liable jointly and severally with and to the same extent as such person, unless the other person who is so liable had no knowledge of or reasonable grounds to believe in the existence of the facts by reason of which the liability is alleged to exist.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 25504
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 25504 cover?
Section 25504 ("Every person who directly or indirectly controls a person liable under Section 25") 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 § 25504?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 25504" (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 § 25504 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.
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