California § 3961 - All unknown defendants served by publication shall have the same rights as are pr
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§ 3961. All unknown defendants served by publication shall have the same rights as are pr
All unknown defendants served by publication shall have the same rights as are provided by law for other defendants upon whom personal service or service by publication is made. The action shall proceed against the unknown defendants in the same manner as against the other defendants who are served personally or by publication. Regardless of any legal disability, any unknown defendant, who has been served, and anyone claiming under him, who has or claims to have any right, title, estate, lien or interest in the property, or cloud upon the title thereto, or who owns or claims to own an interest in a special assessment lien adverse to plaintiff at the time of the commencement of the action, shall be concluded by a judgment in the action as if the action were brought against and personal service made upon that person by his or her name. Service shall be deemed complete upon the completion of the publication.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 3961
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 3961 cover?
Section 3961 ("All unknown defendants served by publication shall have the same rights as are pr") 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 § 3961?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 3961" (California). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of California law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.
How does California § 3961 apply to my situation?
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