Code Civ. Proc., § 405.21 · Chapter 2. Recordation Service and Filing
Code Civ. Proc., § 405.21
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
An attorney of record in an action may sign a notice of pendency of action. Alternatively, a judge of the court in which an action that includes a real property claim is pending may, upon request of a party thereto, approve a notice of pendency of action. A notice of pendency of action shall not be recorded unless (a) it has been signed by the attorney of record, (b) it is signed by a party acting in propria persona and approved by a judge as provided in this section, or (c) the action is subject to Section 405.6.
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History
Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 146, Sec. 20. Effective January 1, 1995.
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