California § 603 - Every person other than a peace officer engaged in the performance of his duties
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 603 — Every person other than a peace officer engaged in the performance of his duties, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 603. Every person other than a peace officer engaged in the performance of his duties
Every person other than a peace officer engaged in the performance of his duties as such who forcibly and without the consent of the owner, representative of the owner, lessee or representative of the lessee thereof, enters a dwelling house, cabin, or other building occupied or constructed for occupation by humans, and who damages, injures or destroys any property of value in, around or appertaining to such dwelling house, cabin or other building, is guilty of a misdemeanor.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 603
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 603 cover?
Section 603 ("Every person other than a peace officer engaged in the performance of his duties") 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 § 603?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 603 apply to my situation?
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