Civ. Code, § 2197.5 · Article 3. Common Carriers of Property
Civ. Code, § 2197.5
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
(a) In addition to the liability established by Section 2197, the consignee is liable to the motor carrier for the charges if the freight is shipped prepaid and the delay was caused by either the consignor or the consignee.
(b) Nothing in this section shall affect the rights, duties, and obligations between a railroad or steamship company and a motor carrier.
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History
Amended by Stats. 1992, Ch. 466, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1993.
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