California § 9862.5 - In computing any penalty imposed under this chapter, a fraction of a dollar shall

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§ 9862.5. In computing any penalty imposed under this chapter, a fraction of a dollar shall

In computing any penalty imposed under this chapter, a fraction of a dollar shall be disregarded unless it equals or exceeds fifty cents ($0.50), in which case it shall be treated as one dollar ($1).

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

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 9862.5

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 9862.5 cover?

Section 9862.5 ("In computing any penalty imposed under this chapter, a fraction of a dollar shall") 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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Is this the official text of California law?

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