Code Civ. Proc., § 116.520 · Article 5. Hearing
Code Civ. Proc., § 116.520
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
(a) The parties have the right to offer evidence by witnesses at the hearing or, with the permission of the court, at another time.
(b) If the defendant fails to appear, the court shall still require the plaintiff to present evidence to prove his or her claim.
(c) The court may consult witnesses informally and otherwise investigate the controversy with or without notice to the parties.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 1305, Sec. 3.
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