California § 2774 - When a decree has been entered, any claimant who has failed to appear and submit
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 2774 — When a decree has been entered, any claimant who has failed to appear and submit, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2774. When a decree has been entered, any claimant who has failed to appear and submit
When a decree has been entered, any claimant who has failed to appear and submit proof of his claim as provided in this chapter shall be barred and estopped from subsequently asserting any rights theretofore acquired upon the stream system embraced in the proceedings, and shall be held to have forfeited all rights to water theretofore claimed by him on the stream system, other than as provided in the decree, unless entitled to relief under the laws of this State.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 2774
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 2774 cover?
Section 2774 ("When a decree has been entered, any claimant who has failed to appear and submit") 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 § 2774?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 2774" (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 § 2774 apply to my situation?
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