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Defined Words and Phrases in California’s Evidence Code

July 30, 2024 2:30 amJuly 30, 2024 2:31 am

The California Evidence Code, in Division 2, contains numerous words and phrases and their definitions. Division 2 was first enacted in 1965 by Chapter 299. Section 100 states that the definitions contained in Division 2 govern the construction of the...

Presumptions in California Legislation

April 19, 2022 10:48 amApril 19, 2022 10:54 am

There are a handful of bills each year in the California Legislature that create a “presumption” in state law. What is a “presumption?” Basically, a presumption in law is a conclusion that is drawn based upon specified facts until the...