California § 8538 - No county or public officer shall charge or receive any fee for any of the servic

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 8538 — No county or public officer shall charge or receive any fee for any of the servic, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 8538. No county or public officer shall charge or receive any fee for any of the servic

No county or public officer shall charge or receive any fee for any of the services required to be performed by him under the provisions of this part, but any reasonable and necessary expense actually incurred by any officer in carrying out any of the provisions of this part relating in any manner to the collection or enforcement of any assessment, shall be paid out of the funds of the drainage district applicable thereto.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions About California § 8538

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 8538 cover?

Section 8538 ("No county or public officer shall charge or receive any fee for any of the servic") 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 § 8538?

A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 8538" (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 § 8538 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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