California § 420.1 - Anyone who willfully and knowingly prevents, hinders, or obstructs any person fro
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§ 420.1. Anyone who willfully and knowingly prevents, hinders, or obstructs any person fro
Anyone who willfully and knowingly prevents, hinders, or obstructs any person from entering, passing over, or leaving land in which that person enjoys, either personally or as an agent, guest, licensee, successor-in-interest, or contractor, a right to enter, use, cross, or inspect the property pursuant to an easement, covenant, license, profit, or other interest in the land, is guilty of an infraction punishable by a fine not to exceed five hundred dollars ($500), provided that the interest to be exercised has been duly recorded with the county recorderâs office. This section shall not apply to the following persons: (1) any person engaged in lawful labor union activities that are permitted to be carried out by state or federal law; or (2) any person who is engaging in activities protected by the California Constitution or the United States Constitution.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 420.1
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 420.1 cover?
Section 420.1 ("Anyone who willfully and knowingly prevents, hinders, or obstructs any person fro") 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 § 420.1?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 420.1 apply to my situation?
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