California § 488 - Except as otherwise provided by law, following a hearing requested by an applican
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 488 — Except as otherwise provided by law, following a hearing requested by an applican, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 488. Except as otherwise provided by law, following a hearing requested by an applican
(a) Except as otherwise provided by law, following a hearing requested by an applicant pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 485, the board may take any of the following actions: (1) Grant the license effective upon completion of all licensing requirements by the applicant. (2) Grant the license effective upon completion of all licensing requirements by the applicant, immediately revoke the license, stay the revocation, and impose probationary conditions on the license, which may include suspension. (3) Deny the license. (4) Take other action in relation to denying or granting the license as the board in its discretion may deem proper. (b) This section does not in any way modify or otherwise affect the existing authority of the following entities in regard to licensure: (1) The State Athletic Commission. (2) The Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. (3) The California Horse Racing Board. (c) This section shall become operative on July 1, 2020.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 488
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 488 cover?
Section 488 ("Except as otherwise provided by law, following a hearing requested by an applican") 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 § 488?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 488" (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 § 488 apply to my situation?
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