Civ. Code, § 1798.48 · Article 9. Civil Remedies
Civ. Code, § 1798.48
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
In any suit brought under the provisions of subdivision (b) or (c) of Section 1798.45, the agency shall be liable to the individual in an amount equal to the sum of:
(a) Actual damages sustained by the individual, including damages for mental suffering.
(b) The costs of the action together with reasonable attorney’s fees as determined by the court.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 709.
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