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HomeFinancial CodeDiv. 6Ch. 2.5Art. 1§ 17300 Escrow Agents' Fidelity Corporation

§ 17300 Escrow Agents' Fidelity Corporation

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§ 17300 Escrow Agents' Fidelity Corporation

This law tells you that whenever the words “Fidelity Corporation” appear, they mean the Escrow Agents’ Fidelity Corporation.

Key Takeaways

  • •It’s just a definition – it tells you what “Fidelity Corporation” means.
  • •The defined meaning is the Escrow Agents’ Fidelity Corporation.
  • •The definition was updated by a 1985 amendment.

Example

A real estate contract says the buyer must get a bond from the Fidelity Corporation.

Because of this law, the contract is really talking about the escrow agents’ Fidelity Corporation, not any other company with a similar name.

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

Official Source
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§ 17300 Escrow Agents' Fidelity Corporation

“Fidelity Corporation” means the Escrow Agents’ Fidelity Corporation. (Amended by Stats. 1985, Ch. 1560, Sec. 6. Effective October 2, 1985.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

Fidelity CorporationEscrow Agents’ Fidelity Corporation

Related Statutes

  • § 17301 Fidelity Corporation Membership Requirement
  • § 17302 Trust Obligation Definition
  • § 17303 Commissioner Definition
  • § 17304 Trust Obligation Loss Definition
  • § 17305 Escrow Liability Calculation

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Financial Code. Section 17300.
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