California § 19152 - If a claim is based on a written instrument, either the original or a copy of the
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§ 19152. If a claim is based on a written instrument, either the original or a copy of the
(a) If a claim is based on a written instrument, either the original or a copy of the original with all endorsements shall be attached to the claim. If a copy is attached, the original instrument shall be exhibited to the trustee on demand unless it is lost or destroyed, in which case the fact that it is lost or destroyed shall be stated in the claim. (b) If the claim or a part of the claim is secured by a mortgage, deed of trust, or other lien that is recorded in the office of the recorder of the county in which the property subject to the lien is located, it is sufficient to describe the mortgage, deed of trust, or lien and the recording reference for the instrument that created the mortgage, deed of trust, or other lien.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 19152
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 19152 cover?
Section 19152 ("If a claim is based on a written instrument, either the original or a copy of the") 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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