California § 853 - A local public entity or public employee of a local public entity shall not be li
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 853 — A local public entity or public employee of a local public entity shall not be li, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 853. A local public entity or public employee of a local public entity shall not be li
A local public entity or public employee of a local public entity shall not be liable for any damage to an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system, if the damage was caused while the local public entity or public employee of a local public entity was providing, and the unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system was interfering with, the operation, support, or enabling of any of the following emergency services: (a) Emergency medical services or ambulance transport services, including, but not limited to, air ambulance services. (b) Firefighting or firefighting-related services, including, but not limited to, air services related to firefighting or firefighting-related services. (c) Search and rescue services, including, but not limited to, air search and rescue services.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 853
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 853 cover?
Section 853 ("A local public entity or public employee of a local public entity shall not be li") 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 § 853?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 853" (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 § 853 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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