California § 31302 - Every person who directly or indirectly controls a person liable under Section 31
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 31302 — Every person who directly or indirectly controls a person liable under Section 31, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 31302. Every person who directly or indirectly controls a person liable under Section 31
Every person who directly or indirectly controls a person liable under Section 31300 or 31301, 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, 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 § 31302
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 31302 cover?
Section 31302 ("Every person who directly or indirectly controls a person liable under Section 31") 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 § 31302?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 31302" (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 § 31302 apply to my situation?
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