California § 71172 - If a majority of the votes cast in each affected county at the formation election
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 71172 — If a majority of the votes cast in each affected county at the formation election, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 71172. If a majority of the votes cast in each affected county at the formation election
If a majority of the votes cast in each affected county at the formation election favor the formation of the district, each candidate for director who receives the highest number of votes in his division is elected as a director of the district.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 71172
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 71172 cover?
Section 71172 ("If a majority of the votes cast in each affected county at the formation election") 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 § 71172?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 71172 apply to my situation?
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