Gov. Code, § 53198.5 · Article 5. Confirmation and Collection of Levy
Gov. Code, § 53198.5
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
As a separate, distinct, and cumulative remedy established for the collection of the contingent assessment and any penalties, an action may be brought in the name of the local agency in any court of competent jurisdiction to enforce the lien provided pursuant to Section 53198. The court shall include an award of reasonable attorney’s fees to the prevailing party in the action.
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History
Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1512, Sec. 1.
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