California § 3112 - Where a court-appointed investigator is directed by the court to conduct a custod
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§ 3112. Where a court-appointed investigator is directed by the court to conduct a custod
(a) Where a court-appointed investigator is directed by the court to conduct a custody investigation or evaluation pursuant to this chapter or to undertake visitation work, including necessary evaluation, supervision, and reporting, the court shall inquire into the financial condition of the parent, guardian, or other person charged with the support of the minor. If the court finds the parent, guardian, or other person able to pay all or part of the expense of the investigation, report, and recommendation, the court may make an order requiring the parent, guardian, or other person to repay the court the amount the court determines proper. (b) The repayment shall be made to the court. The court shall keep suitable accounts of the expenses and repayments and shall deposit the collections as directed by the Judicial Council.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 3112
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 3112 cover?
Section 3112 ("Where a court-appointed investigator is directed by the court to conduct a custod") 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.
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