California § 530 - Sheriffs and all persons employed by them or aiding in the recovery and preservat
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 530 — Sheriffs and all persons employed by them or aiding in the recovery and preservat, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 530. Sheriffs and all persons employed by them or aiding in the recovery and preservat
Sheriffs and all persons employed by them or aiding in the recovery and preservation of wrecked property, are entitled to a reasonable allowance as salvage for their services, and to all expenses incurred by them in their performance, out of the property saved. The officer having the custody of the property shall detain it until the allowance is paid or tendered. But the whole salvage claimed shall not exceed one-half of the value of the property or proceeds on which it is charged, and every agreement, order, or adjustment allowing a greater salvage is void, unless ordered and allowed by the superior court of the county.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 530
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 530 cover?
Section 530 ("Sheriffs and all persons employed by them or aiding in the recovery and preservat") 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 § 530?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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