Code Civ. Proc., § 481.190 · Chapter 1. Words and Phrases Defined

Code Civ. Proc., § 481.190

Verbatim from the official edition

Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)

A claim has “probable validity” where it is more likely than not that the plaintiff will obtain a judgment against the defendant on that claim.

Notes and commentary — not statutory text

History

Added by Stats. 1974, Ch. 1516.

Source of truth

Edition: As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
Official file: https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CCP&sectionNum=481.190.
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