California § 27573 - A state officer or employee, or operator, lessee, or licensee of any state proper
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 27573 — A state officer or employee, or operator, lessee, or licensee of any state proper, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 27573. A state officer or employee, or operator, lessee, or licensee of any state proper
(a) A state officer or employee, or operator, lessee, or licensee of any state property, shall not contract for, authorize, or allow the sale of any firearm, firearm precursor part, or ammunition on state property or in the buildings that sit on state property or property otherwise owned, leased, occupied, or operated by the state. (b) This section does not apply to any of the following: (1) A gun buyback event held by a law enforcement agency. (2) The sale of a firearm by a public administrator, public conservator, or public guardian within the course of their duties. (3) The sale of a firearm, firearm precursor part, or ammunition on state property that occurs pursuant to a contract that was entered into before January 1, 2023. (4) The purchase of firearms, firearm precursor parts, or ammunition on state property by a law enforcement agency in the course of its regular duties. (5) The sale or purchase of a firearm pursuant to subdivision (b) or (c) of Section 10334 of the Public Contract Code.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 27573
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 27573 cover?
Section 27573 ("A state officer or employee, or operator, lessee, or licensee of any state proper") 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 § 27573?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 27573" (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 § 27573 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.