Code Civ. Proc., § 116.225 · Article 2. Small Claims Court
Code Civ. Proc., § 116.225
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Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
An agreement entered into or renewed on or after January 1, 2003, establishing a forum outside of California for an action arising from an offer or provision of goods, services, property, or extensions of credit primarily for personal, family, or household purposes that is otherwise within the jurisdiction of a small claims court of this state is contrary to public policy and is void and unenforceable.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Added by Stats. 2002, Ch. 247, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2003.
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