California § 40532 - Every certificate which relates to the analysis, classification, condition, grade
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 40532 — Every certificate which relates to the analysis, classification, condition, grade, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40532. Every certificate which relates to the analysis, classification, condition, grade
Every certificate which relates to the analysis, classification, condition, grade, or quality of any agricultural product, either raw or processed, and every duly certified copy of such certificate, is prima facie evidence of the truth of the statements which are contained in it, if duly issued in accordance with any of the following: (a) By the director under authority of this code. (b) In cooperation between federal and state agencies, authorities, or organizations under authority of an act of Congress and an act of the legislature of any state. (c) Under authority of a federal statute. The presumption established by this section is a presumption affecting the burden of proof, but it does not apply in a criminal action.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 40532
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 40532 cover?
Section 40532 ("Every certificate which relates to the analysis, classification, condition, grade") 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 § 40532?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 40532 apply to my situation?
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