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HomeCivil CodeDiv. 2Pt. 4Ch. 1Art. 4§ 1067 Grant Limitation Clarity Rule

§ 1067 Grant Limitation Clarity Rule

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§ 1067 Grant Limitation Clarity Rule

This law says that if a grant has a clear and specific rule, that rule wins over any vague or unclear wording elsewhere in the grant.

Key Takeaways

  • •A clear, specific rule takes priority over vague language.
  • •If a limitation is clearly stated, it cannot be overridden by less clear words.
  • •When reading a grant, focus on the most precise statements.

Example

A grant says you must pay back the money within 30 days, but another part says you might get more time if needed.

Because the 30‑day rule is clear and specific, you have to pay back within 30 days even though the other part sounds flexible.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 1067 Grant Limitation Clarity Rule

A clear and distinct limitation in a grant is not controlled by other words less clear and distinct. (Enacted 1872.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

clear and distinct limitationgrant

Related Statutes

  • § 1068 Grant Interpretation Rules
  • § 1069 Grant Interpretation Rules
  • § 1052 Property Transfer Requirements
  • § 1054 Grant Delivery Requirements
  • § 1055 Grant Delivery Presumption

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Civil Code. Section 1067.
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