California § 431 - Every person who uses or gives any receipt, except that prescribed by law, as evi
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 431 — Every person who uses or gives any receipt, except that prescribed by law, as evi, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 431. Every person who uses or gives any receipt, except that prescribed by law, as evi
Every person who uses or gives any receipt, except that prescribed by law, as evidence of the payment of any poll tax, road tax, or license of any kind, or who receives payment of such tax or license without delivering the receipt prescribed by law, or who inserts the name of more than one person therein, is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 431
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 431 cover?
Section 431 ("Every person who uses or gives any receipt, except that prescribed by law, as evi") 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 § 431?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 431" (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 § 431 apply to my situation?
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