California § 830 - No public utility shall assume any obligation or liability as guarantor, endorser
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 830 — No public utility shall assume any obligation or liability as guarantor, endorser, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 830. No public utility shall assume any obligation or liability as guarantor, endorser
No public utility shall assume any obligation or liability as guarantor, endorser, surety, or otherwise in respect of the securities of any other person, firm, or corporation, when such securities are payable at periods of more than 12 months after the date thereof, without having first secured from the commission an order authorizing it so to do. Every such assumption made other than in accordance with the order of the commission authorizing it is void.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 830
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 830 cover?
Section 830 ("No public utility shall assume any obligation or liability as guarantor, endorser") 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 § 830?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 830" (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 § 830 apply to my situation?
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