California § 956 - There is no privilege under this article if the services of the lawyer were sough
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 956 — There is no privilege under this article if the services of the lawyer were sough, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 956. There is no privilege under this article if the services of the lawyer were sough
(a) There is no privilege under this article if the services of the lawyer were sought or obtained to enable or aid anyone to commit or plan to commit a crime or a fraud. (b) This exception to the privilege granted by this article shall not apply to legal services rendered in compliance with state and local laws on medicinal cannabis or adult-use cannabis, and confidential communications provided for the purpose of rendering those services are confidential communications between client and lawyer, as defined in Section 952, provided the lawyer also advises the client on conflicts with respect to federal law.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 956
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 956 cover?
Section 956 ("There is no privilege under this article if the services of the lawyer were sough") 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 § 956?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 956" (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 § 956 apply to my situation?
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