California § 995.850 - The liability on a bond under this article may be enforced by or for the benefit
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 995.850 — The liability on a bond under this article may be enforced by or for the benefit, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 995.850. The liability on a bond under this article may be enforced by or for the benefit
(a) The liability on a bond under this article may be enforced by or for the benefit of, and in the name of, any and all persons for whose benefit the bond is given who are damaged by breach of the condition of the bond. (b) A person described in subdivision (a) may, in addition to any other remedy the person has, enforce the liability on the bond in the personâs own name, without assignment of the bond.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 995.850
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 995.850 cover?
Section 995.850 ("The liability on a bond under this article may be enforced by or for the benefit") 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.
How do I cite California § 995.850?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 995.850 apply to my situation?
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