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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 6Ch. 1.5§ 5054 Public Obligation Signatures

§ 5054 Public Obligation Signatures

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§ 5054 Public Obligation Signatures

Key Takeaways

  • •Official papers for public money (like bonds) must be signed by the right people.
  • •Signatures can be real or printed (like a copy).
  • •Sometimes, extra people (like a bank) can also sign to say it's real.

Example

A city wants to borrow money to build a new park.

The city must sign the loan papers, and the signatures can be real or printed. A bank might also sign to confirm it's real.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 5054 Public Obligation Signatures

(a) A certificated registered public obligation shall be executed by the issuer by the manual or facsimile signature or signatures of authorized officers. Any signature of an authorized officer may be attested by the manual or facsimile signature of another authorized officer. (b) In addition to the signatures referred to in subdivision (a), any certificated registered public obligation or any writing relating to an uncertificated registered public obligation may include a certificate or certificates signed by the manual or facsimile signature of an authenticating agent, registrar, transfer agent, or the like. (Added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 59, Sec. 1. Effective June 2, 1983.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

obligationeffective juneaddition

Related Statutes

  • § 5050 Public Obligations Registration
  • § 5052 Registered Public Obligations
  • § 5055 Public Obligation Signature Validity
  • § 5056 Facsimile Seal Authorization
  • § 5057 Agent Appointment And Duties

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 5054.
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