California § 481 - Every person who counterfeits, forges, or alters any ticket, check, order, coupon
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 481 — Every person who counterfeits, forges, or alters any ticket, check, order, coupon, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 481. Every person who counterfeits, forges, or alters any ticket, check, order, coupon
Every person who counterfeits, forges, or alters any ticket, check, order, coupon, receipt for fare, or pass, issued by any railroad or steamship company, or by any lessee or manager thereof, designed to entitle the holder to ride in the cars or vessels of such company, or who utters, publishes, or puts into circulation, any such counterfeit or altered ticket, check, or order, coupon, receipt for fare, or pass, with intent to defraud any such railroad or steamship company, or any lessee thereof, or any other person, is punishable by imprisonment in a county jail, not exceeding one year, or by imprisonment pursuant to subdivision (h) of Section 1170, or by fine not exceeding one thousand dollars, or by both that imprisonment and fine.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 481
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 481 cover?
Section 481 ("Every person who counterfeits, forges, or alters any ticket, check, order, coupon") 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 § 481?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 481" (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 § 481 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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