California § 404 - Whenever the proffered evidence is claimed to be privileged under Section 940, th
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 404 — Whenever the proffered evidence is claimed to be privileged under Section 940, th, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 404. Whenever the proffered evidence is claimed to be privileged under Section 940, th
Whenever the proffered evidence is claimed to be privileged under Section 940, the person claiming the privilege has the burden of showing that the proffered evidence might tend to incriminate him; and the proffered evidence is inadmissible unless it clearly appears to the court that the proffered evidence cannot possibly have a tendency to incriminate the person claiming the privilege.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 404
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 404 cover?
Section 404 ("Whenever the proffered evidence is claimed to be privileged under Section 940, th") 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 § 404?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 404" (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 § 404 apply to my situation?
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