California § 7.5 - Whenever any offense is described in this code, the Uniform Controlled Substances
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 7.5 — Whenever any offense is described in this code, the Uniform Controlled Substances, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7.5. Whenever any offense is described in this code, the Uniform Controlled Substances
Whenever any offense is described in this code, the Uniform Controlled Substances Act (Division 10 (commencing with Section 11000) of the Health and Safety Code), or the Welfare and Institutions Code, as criminal conduct and as a violation of a specified code section or a particular provision of a code section, in the case of any ambiguity or conflict in interpretation, the code section or particular provision of the code section shall take precedence over the descriptive language. The descriptive language shall be deemed as being offered only for ease of reference unless it is otherwise clearly apparent from the context that the descriptive language is intended to narrow the application of the referenced code section or particular provision of the code section.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 7.5
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 7.5 cover?
Section 7.5 ("Whenever any offense is described in this code, the Uniform Controlled Substances") 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 § 7.5?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 7.5" (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 § 7.5 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in California can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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