California § 31305 - Upon receipt of a written petition from a local jurisdiction or motor carrier adv
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§ 31305. Upon receipt of a written petition from a local jurisdiction or motor carrier adv
(a) Upon receipt of a written petition from a local jurisdiction or motor carrier adversely affected by a restriction or prohibition adopted pursuant to Section 31304, the Department of the California Highway Patrol may preempt any local restriction or prohibition that, in its opinion, is not compatible with reasonable and necessary access or the use of highways when no other lawful alternative exists as provided for in paragraph (3) of subdivision (a) of that section, or through transportation as provided for in paragraph (4) of subdivision (a) of that section. (b) Upon receipt of a written petition from a local jurisdiction or motor carrier adversely affected by a preemption issued pursuant to subdivision (a), the Department of the California Highway Patrol, after holding a public hearing, shall render a decision upholding or denying the petition. (c) This section shall become operative on January 1, 1987.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 31305
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 31305 cover?
Section 31305 ("Upon receipt of a written petition from a local jurisdiction or motor carrier adv") 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 § 31305?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 31305 apply to my situation?
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