California § 996.140 - If the principal does not give a sufficient substitute surety within the time ord
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 996.140 — If the principal does not give a sufficient substitute surety within the time ord, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 996.140. If the principal does not give a sufficient substitute surety within the time ord
If the principal does not give a sufficient substitute surety within the time ordered by the court or such longer time as the surety consents to, all rights obtained by giving the original bond immediately cease and the court shall upon ex parte motion so order.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 996.140
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 996.140 cover?
Section 996.140 ("If the principal does not give a sufficient substitute surety within the time ord") 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 § 996.140?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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