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HomeCivil CodeDiv. 3Pt. 1Ch. 2§ 1502 Transfer Of Title Performance

§ 1502 Transfer Of Title Performance

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§ 1502 Transfer Of Title Performance

This law says that when someone offers something to fulfill a duty and says they want to give it, ownership of that thing goes to the person they owe it to.

Key Takeaways

  • •Ownership moves to the other party when the giver clearly says they are giving it.
  • •It only applies if the item is offered as part of meeting an obligation.
  • •The receiver does not need to do anything else for the transfer to happen.

Example

A contractor finishes building a deck and tells the homeowner, "I’m giving you the deck now as part of our contract."

Because the contractor said he intends to give the deck, the deck’s ownership passes to the homeowner right then, even if no formal paperwork is signed.

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

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§ 1502 Transfer Of Title Performance

The title to a thing duly offered in performance of an obligation passes to the creditor, if the debtor at the time signifies his intention to that effect. (Enacted 1872.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

titleobligationcreditordebtorintention

Related Statutes

  • § 1499 Debtor'S Right To Receipt
  • § 1504 Payment Offer Stops Interest
  • § 1487 Debtor'S Performance Offer Rules
  • § 1476 Creditor Directed Performance Extinguishment
  • § 1478 Payment Application Rules

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Civil Code. Section 1502.
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