California § 96 - Every juror, or person drawn or summoned as a juror, or chosen arbitrator or umpi
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§ 96. Every juror, or person drawn or summoned as a juror, or chosen arbitrator or umpi
Every juror, or person drawn or summoned as a juror, or chosen arbitrator or umpire, or appointed referee, who either: OneâMakes any promise or agreement to give a verdict or decision for or against any party; or, TwoâWillfully and corruptly permits any communication to be made to him, or receives any book, paper, instrument, or information relating to any cause or matter pending before him, except according to the regular course of proceedings, is punishable by fine not exceeding ten thousand dollars ($10,000), or by imprisonment pursuant to subdivision (h) of Section 1170.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 96 cover?
Section 96 ("Every juror, or person drawn or summoned as a juror, or chosen arbitrator or umpi") 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.
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