California § 31508 - Upon the return day fixed in the summons, the judge shall proceed to determine wh
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 31508 — Upon the return day fixed in the summons, the judge shall proceed to determine wh, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 31508. Upon the return day fixed in the summons, the judge shall proceed to determine wh
Upon the return day fixed in the summons, the judge shall proceed to determine whether the loss or damage to the livestock was caused by the dog. If he finds that it was caused by the dog, he shall notify the person that owns the dog or was in charge of it when the loss or damage was sustained to kill the dog. Failure of such person to kill the dog as directed renders the owner subject to the penalties which are prescribed in this division.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 31508
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 31508 cover?
Section 31508 ("Upon the return day fixed in the summons, the judge shall proceed to determine wh") 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 § 31508?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 31508 apply to my situation?
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