California § 5258 - After the involuntary detention has begun, the total period of detention, includi
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 5258 — After the involuntary detention has begun, the total period of detention, includi, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5258. After the involuntary detention has begun, the total period of detention, includi
After the involuntary detention has begun, the total period of detention, including intervening periods of voluntary treatment, shall not exceed the total maximum period during which the person could have been detained, if the person had been detained continuously on an involuntary basis, from the time of initial involuntary detention.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 5258
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 5258 cover?
Section 5258 ("After the involuntary detention has begun, the total period of detention, includi") 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 § 5258?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 5258 apply to my situation?
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