California § 802 - On entering or leaving a port, harbor, or river, the master of a vessel, the navi
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 802 — On entering or leaving a port, harbor, or river, the master of a vessel, the navi, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 802. On entering or leaving a port, harbor, or river, the master of a vessel, the navi
On entering or leaving a port, harbor, or river, the master of a vessel, the navigation of which is not in charge of a pilot, licensed for that port, harbor, or river, shall take a pilot if one offers himself. While the pilot is on board the navigation of the vessel devolves on him.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 802
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 802 cover?
Section 802 ("On entering or leaving a port, harbor, or river, the master of a vessel, the navi") 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 § 802?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 802" (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 § 802 apply to my situation?
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