California § SEC. 1.1 - The state shall not deny or interfere with an individual

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§ SEC. 1.1. The state shall not deny or interfere with an individual

The state shall not deny or interfere with an individual’s reproductive freedom in their most intimate decisions, which includes their fundamental right to choose to have an abortion and their fundamental right to choose or refuse contraceptives. This section is intended to further the constitutional right to privacy guaranteed by Section 1, and the constitutional right to not be denied equal protection guaranteed by Section 7. Nothing herein narrows or limits the right to privacy or equal protection.

Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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Frequently Asked Questions About California § SEC. 1.1

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § SEC. 1.1 cover?

Section SEC. 1.1 ("The state shall not deny or interfere with an individual") 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 § SEC. 1.1?

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Is this the official text of California law?

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How does California § SEC. 1.1 apply to my situation?

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