California § 720 - If any encroachment exists in, under or over any State highway, the department ma
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 720 — If any encroachment exists in, under or over any State highway, the department ma, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 720. If any encroachment exists in, under or over any State highway, the department ma
If any encroachment exists in, under or over any State highway, the department may require the removal of such encroachment in the manner provided in this article. Except as otherwise provided in sections 680 and 721, notice shall be given to the owner, occupant or person in possession of the encroachment, or to any other person causing or suffering the encroachment to exist, by serving upon any such person a notice containing a demand for the immediate removal of such encroachment from within such highway. Any such notice shall describe the encroachment complained of with reasonable certainty as to its character and location. In lieu of service upon such person, service of such notice may also be made by registered mail and by posting, for a period of five days, a copy of the notice on the encroachment described in the notice. In the case of an owner, occupant or person in possession, who is not present in the county, the notice may be given to his agent in lieu of service by mailing and posting.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 720
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 720 cover?
Section 720 ("If any encroachment exists in, under or over any State highway, the department ma") 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 § 720?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 720" (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 § 720 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.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in California.