California § 42852 - A written notice of violation, which is issued by a duly qualified representative
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 42852 — A written notice of violation, which is issued by a duly qualified representative, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 42852. A written notice of violation, which is issued by a duly qualified representative
A written notice of violation, which is issued by a duly qualified representative of the director or by any commissioner or any qualified representative of the commissioner, which states that a certain lot of produce violates any provision of this division and based upon the examination of such sample, is prima facie evidence of the true condition of the entire lot. 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 § 42852
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 42852 cover?
Section 42852 ("A written notice of violation, which is issued by a duly qualified representative") 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 § 42852?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 42852 apply to my situation?
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