California § 39056 - A certificate of acknowledgment taken before a notary public or justice of the pe
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 39056 — A certificate of acknowledgment taken before a notary public or justice of the pe, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 39056. A certificate of acknowledgment taken before a notary public or justice of the pe
A certificate of acknowledgment taken before a notary public or justice of the peace of any state, or an affidavit by any person in the presence of whom a petition was signed, is sufficient evidence of the genuineness of the signature and of the fact of place of residence of any petitioner under this division.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 39056
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 39056 cover?
Section 39056 ("A certificate of acknowledgment taken before a notary public or justice of the pe") 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 § 39056?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 39056" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.
How does California § 39056 apply to my situation?
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