California § 461 - No public agency, state or local, shall, on an initial application form for any l
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 461 — No public agency, state or local, shall, on an initial application form for any l, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 461. No public agency, state or local, shall, on an initial application form for any l
No public agency, state or local, shall, on an initial application form for any license, certificate or registration, ask for or require the applicant to reveal a record of arrest that did not result in a conviction or a plea of nolo contendere. A violation of this section is a misdemeanor. This section shall apply in the case of any license, certificate or registration provided for by any law of this state or local government, including, but not limited to, this code, the Corporations Code, the Education Code, and the Insurance Code.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 461
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 461 cover?
Section 461 ("No public agency, state or local, shall, on an initial application form for any l") 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 § 461?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 461" (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 § 461 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in California can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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