California § 605 - Where the nonresident has died prior to the commencement of a suit, action or pro
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 605 — Where the nonresident has died prior to the commencement of a suit, action or pro, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 605. Where the nonresident has died prior to the commencement of a suit, action or pro
Where the nonresident has died prior to the commencement of a suit, action or proceeding brought pursuant to this chapter service of process shall be made on the executor or administrator of the nonresident in the same manner and on the same notice as is provided in the case of the nonresident. Where a suit, action or proceeding has been duly commenced under the provisions of this chapter by service upon a defendant or respondent who dies thereafter, the court shall allow the suit, action or proceeding to be continued against his executor or administrator upon motion with such notice as the court deems proper.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 605
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 605 cover?
Section 605 ("Where the nonresident has died prior to the commencement of a suit, action or pro") 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 § 605?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 605" (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?
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How does California § 605 apply to my situation?
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