California § 3421 - Every payment on a delinquent charge shall be applied as follows: (a) First, to a

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§ 3421. Every payment on a delinquent charge shall be applied as follows: (a) First, to a

Every payment on a delinquent charge shall be applied as follows: (a) First, to any interest due on the charge. (b) Second, to any penalty imposed by this part. (c) The balance, if any, to the charge itself.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 3421

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 3421 cover?

Section 3421 ("Every payment on a delinquent charge shall be applied as follows: (a) First, to a") 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 § 3421?

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Is this the official text of California law?

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How does California § 3421 apply to my situation?

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