California § 3438 - If the tax collector discovers before the declaration that because of any error t
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 3438 — If the tax collector discovers before the declaration that because of any error t, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3438. If the tax collector discovers before the declaration that because of any error t
If the tax collector discovers before the declaration that because of any error the tax on a parcel of real property should not be declared in default, he or she shall not declare it in default and the board of supervisors shall cause the assessor to enter the uncollected taxes on the next roll, to be collected like other taxes on that roll.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 3438
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 3438 cover?
Section 3438 ("If the tax collector discovers before the declaration that because of any error 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 § 3438?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 3438" (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?
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How does California § 3438 apply to my situation?
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