California § 8488 - At the hearing both (1) the petition and (2) the issue of compliance with the ser
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 8488 — At the hearing both (1) the petition and (2) the issue of compliance with the ser, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8488. At the hearing both (1) the petition and (2) the issue of compliance with the ser
(a) At the hearing both (1) the petition and (2) the issue of compliance with the service and date for hearing requirements of this article are deemed controverted by the claimant. The petitioner has the initial burden of producing evidence on those matters. The petitioner has the burden of proof as to the issue of compliance with the service and date for hearing requirements of this article. The claimant has the burden of proof as to the validity of the lien. (b) If judgment is in favor of the petitioner, the court shall order the property released from the claim of lien. (c) The prevailing party is entitled to reasonable attorneyâs fees.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 8488
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 8488 cover?
Section 8488 ("At the hearing both (1) the petition and (2) the issue of compliance with the ser") 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 § 8488?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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