Gov. Code, § 955 · Chapter 4. Special Provisions Relating to Actions Against the State
Gov. Code, § 955
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
The proper court for trial of actions against the State for the taking or damaging of private property for public use is a court of competent jurisdiction in the county in which the property is situate.
Except as provided in Sections 955.2 and 955.3, upon written demand of the Attorney General made on or before answering, the place of trial in other actions shall be changed to Sacramento County.
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History
Amended by Stats. 1980, Ch. 387.
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