California § 402 - No employer shall demand, exact, or accept any cash bond from any employee or app
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 402 — No employer shall demand, exact, or accept any cash bond from any employee or app, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 402. No employer shall demand, exact, or accept any cash bond from any employee or app
No employer shall demand, exact, or accept any cash bond from any employee or applicant unless: (a) The employee or applicant is entrusted with property of an equivalent value, or (b) The employer advances regularly to the employee goods, wares, or merchandise to be delivered or sold by the employee, and for which the employer is reimbursed by the employee at regular periodic intervals, and the employer limits the cash bond to an amount sufficient to cover the value of the goods, wares, or merchandise so advanced during the period prior to the payment therefor.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 402
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 402 cover?
Section 402 ("No employer shall demand, exact, or accept any cash bond from any employee or app") 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 § 402?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 402" (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 § 402 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in California can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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