California § 5501 - Any authorized officer may, after filing with the Secretary of State his manual s
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 5501 — Any authorized officer may, after filing with the Secretary of State his manual s, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5501. Any authorized officer may, after filing with the Secretary of State his manual s
Any authorized officer may, after filing with the Secretary of State his manual signature certified by him under oath, execute or cause to be executed with a facsimile signature in lieu of his manual signature: (a) Any public security, provided that at least one signature required or permitted to be placed thereon shall be manually subscribed; and (b) Any instrument of payment. Upon compliance with this section by the authorized officer, his facsimile signature has the same legal effect as his manual signature.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 5501
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 5501 cover?
Section 5501 ("Any authorized officer may, after filing with the Secretary of State his manual s") 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 § 5501?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 5501" (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 § 5501 apply to my situation?
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