California § 5000 - After the initial election of governing board members in any school district or c
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 5000 — After the initial election of governing board members in any school district or c, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5000. After the initial election of governing board members in any school district or c
After the initial election of governing board members in any school district or community college district, a governing board member election shall be held biennially on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of each succeeding odd-numbered year to fill the offices of members whose terms expire on the first Friday in December next succeeding the election. Except as provided in this chapter, or in Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 5200) , the elections shall be held and conducted in accordance with Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 5300).
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 5000
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 5000 cover?
Section 5000 ("After the initial election of governing board members in any school district or c") 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 § 5000?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 5000" (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 § 5000 apply to my situation?
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