Code Civ. Proc., § 1268.220 · Article 3. Possession After Judgment
Code Civ. Proc., § 1268.220
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
(a) The plaintiff shall serve a copy of the order for possession upon each defendant and his attorney, either personally or by mail:
(1) At least 30 days prior to the date possession is to be taken of property lawfully occupied by a person dwelling thereon or by a farm or business operation.
(2) At least 10 days prior to the date possession is to be taken in any case not covered by paragraph (1).
(b) A single service upon or mailing to one of several persons having a common business or residence address is sufficient.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Added by Stats. 1975, Ch. 1275.
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