California § 995.220 - Notwithstanding any other statute, if a statute provides for a bond in an action
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 995.220 — Notwithstanding any other statute, if a statute provides for a bond in an action, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 995.220. Notwithstanding any other statute, if a statute provides for a bond in an action
Notwithstanding any other statute, if a statute provides for a bond in an action or proceeding, including but not limited to a bond for issuance of a restraining order or injunction, appointment of a receiver, or stay of enforcement of a judgment on appeal, the following public entities and officers are not required to give the bond and shall have the same rights, remedies, and benefits as if the bond were given: (a) The State of California or the people of the state, a state agency, department, division, commission, board, or other entity of the state, or a state officer in an official capacity or on behalf of the state. (b) A county, city, or district, or public authority, public agency, or other political subdivision in the state, or an officer of the local public entity in an official capacity or on behalf of the local public entity. (c) The United States or an instrumentality or agency of the United States, or a federal officer in an official capacity or on behalf of the United States or instrumentality or agency.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 995.220
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 995.220 cover?
Section 995.220 ("Notwithstanding any other statute, if a statute provides for a bond in an action") 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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