California § 995.240 - The court may, in its discretion, waive a provision for a bond in an action or pr
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§ 995.240. The court may, in its discretion, waive a provision for a bond in an action or pr
The court may, in its discretion, waive a provision for a bond in an action or proceeding and make such orders as may be appropriate as if the bond were given, if the court determines that the principal is unable to give the bond because the principal is indigent and is unable to obtain sufficient sureties, whether personal or admitted surety insurers. In exercising its discretion the court shall take into consideration all factors it deems relevant, including but not limited to the character of the action or proceeding, the nature of the beneficiary, whether public or private, and the potential harm to the beneficiary if the provision for the bond is waived.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 995.240
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 995.240 cover?
Section 995.240 ("The court may, in its discretion, waive a provision for a bond in an action or pr") 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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