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HomeCivil CodeDiv. 3Pt. 1Ch. 3§ 1436 Performance Before Rights Accrue

§ 1436 Performance Before Rights Accrue

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§ 1436 Performance Before Rights Accrue

This law explains what a condition precedent is: it's something you must do first before a right or action can happen.

Key Takeaways

  • •A condition precedent must be done before a right or action can begin.
  • •If the condition isn't met, the right or action doesn't happen.
  • •It's like a required step that comes first in a process.

Example

You want to get a driver's license, but you must first pass a written test.

The written test is a condition precedent. You can only get the license (the right) after you complete the test.

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

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§ 1436 Performance Before Rights Accrue

A condition precedent is one which is to be performed before some right dependent thereon accrues, or some act dependent thereon is performed. (Enacted 1872.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

condition precedentright dependent thereonact dependent thereon

Related Statutes

  • § 1587 Proposal Revocation Conditions
  • § 1135 Ship Interest Transfer Rules
  • § 1140 Molder-Customer Die Ownership
  • § 1146 Voluntary Personal Property Gifts
  • § 1147 Gift Validity Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Civil Code. Section 1436.
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