California § 314 - When a minor willfully misrepresents himself to be 18 or more years of age when t
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 314 — When a minor willfully misrepresents himself to be 18 or more years of age when t, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 314. When a minor willfully misrepresents himself to be 18 or more years of age when t
When a minor willfully misrepresents himself to be 18 or more years of age when taken into custody by a peace officer or probation officer, and this misrepresentation effects a material delay in investigation which prevents the filing of a petition pursuant to the provisions of this chapter, such petition or complaint shall be filed within 48 hours from the time his true age is determined, excluding nonjudicial days. If, in such cases, the petition is not filed within the time prescribed by this section, the minor shall be immediately released from custody.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 314
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 314 cover?
Section 314 ("When a minor willfully misrepresents himself to be 18 or more years of age when t") 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 § 314?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 314 apply to my situation?
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