California § 855 - Regularly employed law enforcement officers of the department may, when authorize

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 855 — Regularly employed law enforcement officers of the department may, when authorize, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 855. Regularly employed law enforcement officers of the department may, when authorize

Regularly employed law enforcement officers of the department may, when authorized by the director, expend such sums as authorized for the purchase of fish, birds, or mammals as evidence, or for expenditures related to the procurement of such evidence, or for expenditures made to investigate other violations of this code without divulging the identity of the employee. The sums so expended shall be repaid to the law enforcement officer making the expenditure upon claims approved by the director. The claims, when approved, shall be paid out of the funds appropriated or made available by law for the support of the department.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 855

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 855 cover?

Section 855 ("Regularly employed law enforcement officers of the department may, when authorize") 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 § 855?

A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 855" (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 § 855 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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