California § 79765 - Notwithstanding this part, a response action contractor who is found liable for a

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 79765 — Notwithstanding this part, a response action contractor who is found liable for a, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 79765. Notwithstanding this part, a response action contractor who is found liable for a

Notwithstanding this part, a response action contractor who is found liable for any costs recoverable under this part and who establishes by a preponderance of the evidence that only a portion of those costs are attributable to the response action contractor’s actions shall be required to pay only that portion of the costs attributable to the response action contractor’s actions.

Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 79765

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 79765 cover?

Section 79765 ("Notwithstanding this part, a response action contractor who is found liable for a") 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 § 79765?

A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 79765" (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 § 79765 apply to my situation?

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