California § 5302 - At the time of filing of a petition for postcertification treatment the court sha
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§ 5302. At the time of filing of a petition for postcertification treatment the court sha
At the time of filing of a petition for postcertification treatment the court shall advise the person named in the petition of his right to be represented by an attorney and of his right to demand a jury trial. The court shall assist him in finding an attorney, or, if need be, appoint an attorney if the person is unable to obtain counsel. The court shall appoint the public defender or other attorney to represent the person named in the petition if the person is financially unable to provide his own attorney. The attorney shall advise the person of his rights in relation to the proceeding and shall represent him before the court.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 5302
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 5302 cover?
Section 5302 ("At the time of filing of a petition for postcertification treatment the court sha") 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 § 5302?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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