California § 479 - Every person who has in his possession, or receives for any other person, any cou
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 479 — Every person who has in his possession, or receives for any other person, any cou, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 479. Every person who has in his possession, or receives for any other person, any cou
Every person who has in his possession, or receives for any other person, any counterfeit gold or silver coin of the species current in this state, or any counterfeit gold dust, gold or silver bullion or bars, lumps, pieces or nuggets, with the intention to sell, utter, put off or pass the same, or permits, causes or procures the same to be sold, uttered or passed, with intention to defraud any person, knowing the same to be counterfeit, is punishable by imprisonment pursuant to subdivision (h) of Section 1170 for two, three or four years.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 479
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 479 cover?
Section 479 ("Every person who has in his possession, or receives for any other person, any cou") 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 § 479?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 479" (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 § 479 apply to my situation?
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