California § 313 - The general procedure for the presentation of claims as a prerequisite to commenc

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 313 — The general procedure for the presentation of claims as a prerequisite to commenc, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 313. The general procedure for the presentation of claims as a prerequisite to commenc

The general procedure for the presentation of claims as a prerequisite to commencement of actions for money or damages against the State of California, counties, cities, cities and counties, districts, local authorities, and other political subdivisions of the State, and against the officers, employees, and servants thereof, is prescribed by Division 3.6 (commencing with Section 810) of Title 1 of the Government Code.

Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 313 cover?

Section 313 ("The general procedure for the presentation of claims as a prerequisite to commenc") 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 § 313?

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Is this the official text of California law?

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