Code Civ. Proc., § 2016.040 · Chapter 1. General Provisions
Code Civ. Proc., § 2016.040
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
(a) A meet and confer declaration in support of a motion shall state facts showing a reasonable and good faith attempt, either in person, by telephone, or by videoconference, to informally resolve each issue presented by the motion.
(b) The declaration shall also include whether the moving party has met and conferred, including through an electronic communication, regarding the retention of a certified shorthand reporter to report the hearing on the motion. This subdivision does not prevent the retention of a certified shorthand reporter.
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History
Amended by Stats. 2025, Ch. 200, Sec. 12. (AB 1521) Effective January 1, 2026.
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Code of Civil Procedure
- Code Civ. Proc., § 2017.020Printed as Section 2016.040
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- Code Civ. Proc., § 2030.090Printed as Section 2016.040
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- Code Civ. Proc., § 2030.310Printed as Section 2016.040
- Code Civ. Proc., § 2031.060Printed as Section 2016.040
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- Code Civ. Proc., § 2033.080Printed as Section 2016.040
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