California § 7731 - No patent shall issue until the lands are relinquished to the State by authority
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 7731 — No patent shall issue until the lands are relinquished to the State by authority, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 7731. No patent shall issue until the lands are relinquished to the State by authority
No patent shall issue until the lands are relinquished to the State by authority of the General Land Office at Washington. Such relinquishment is not required for locations of the sixteenth and thirty-sixth sections in place, or for swamp and overflowed lands, shown to be such by the official surveys made by authority of the United States.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 7731
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 7731 cover?
Section 7731 ("No patent shall issue until the lands are relinquished to the State by authority") 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 § 7731?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 7731" (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 § 7731 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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