California § 4004 - When any lands sought to be appropriated and used for a wharf or chute are not ow

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 4004 — When any lands sought to be appropriated and used for a wharf or chute are not ow, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 4004. When any lands sought to be appropriated and used for a wharf or chute are not ow

When any lands sought to be appropriated and used for a wharf or chute are not owned by the applicant or if a right of way and use has not been obtained by agreement, these facts and the particular description of the land shall be set forth in the petition of the applicant, and a copy of the notice of application shall be served on the owner by the sheriff of the county, at least ten days prior to the day set for the hearing. The sheriff’s official return is conclusive evidence of service.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 4004

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 4004 cover?

Section 4004 ("When any lands sought to be appropriated and used for a wharf or chute are not ow") 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 § 4004?

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Is this the official text of California law?

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How does California § 4004 apply to my situation?

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