California § 9863 - If, upon summary investigation, it appears probable to the director that a violat
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 9863 — If, upon summary investigation, it appears probable to the director that a violat, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9863. If, upon summary investigation, it appears probable to the director that a violat
(a) If, upon summary investigation, it appears probable to the director that a violation of this chapter, or the regulations thereunder, has occurred, the director, in their discretion, may suggest measures that in the directorâs judgment would compensate the complainant for the damages they suffered as a result of the alleged violation. If the service dealer accepts the directorâs suggestions and performs accordingly, the director shall give that fact due consideration in any subsequent disciplinary proceeding. If the service dealer declines to abide by the suggestions of the director, the director may investigate further and may institute disciplinary proceedings in accordance with the provisions of this chapter. (b) This section shall become operative on January 1, 2028.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 9863 cover?
Section 9863 ("If, upon summary investigation, it appears probable to the director that a violat") 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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