California § 4175 - Every person who wilfully and without authority opens, closes, changes, or interf
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 4175 — Every person who wilfully and without authority opens, closes, changes, or interf, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4175. Every person who wilfully and without authority opens, closes, changes, or interf
Every person who wilfully and without authority opens, closes, changes, or interferes with any headgate, waterbox, or measuring device while it is under the control of the wastermaster, or who wilfully takes or uses water which has been denied him by the watermaster under the provisions of this part is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 4175
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 4175 cover?
Section 4175 ("Every person who wilfully and without authority opens, closes, changes, or interf") 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 § 4175?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 4175 apply to my situation?
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