California § 913 - When any person has been adjudged to be a ward or dependent child of the juvenile

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 913 — When any person has been adjudged to be a ward or dependent child of the juvenile, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 913. When any person has been adjudged to be a ward or dependent child of the juvenile

When any person has been adjudged to be a ward or dependent child of the juvenile court, and the court has made an order committing such person to the care of any association, society, or corporation, embracing within its objects the purpose of caring for or obtaining homes for such persons, the county in which such person has been committed may contract with such custodian, for the supervision, investigation, and rehabilitation of such person by such custodian, and may, pursuant to such contract, pay to it an amount determined by mutual agreement, not to exceed the cost to such custodian of such service.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 913

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 913 cover?

Section 913 ("When any person has been adjudged to be a ward or dependent child of the juvenile") 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 § 913?

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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 § 913 apply to my situation?

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