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HomeFinancial CodeDiv. 15Ch. 1Art. 3§ 31042 Insolvency Definition Criteria

§ 31042 Insolvency Definition Criteria

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§ 31042 Insolvency Definition Criteria

Key Takeaways

  • •If someone can't pay their bills when they're due, they're called 'insolvent'.
  • •If someone owes more money than they have, they're also 'insolvent'.
  • •It's like when you can't pay back your friend the $10 you borrowed because you don't have any money left.

Example

You have $50 in your pocket, but you owe $100 to your friends and stores.

Since you owe more money than you have, you're insolvent. This means you can't pay everyone back right now.

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

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§ 31042 Insolvency Definition Criteria

“Insolvent”, when used with respect to any person, means a person who has ceased to pay his debts in the ordinary course of business, who cannot pay his debts as they become due, or whose liabilities exceed his assets. (Added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 1164.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

insolventin california

Related Statutes

  • § 31031 Definition Of Act
  • § 31032 Affiliate Control Definition
  • § 31033 Business Day Definition
  • § 31047 Commissioner Order Definitions
  • § 31048 Definition Of Person

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Financial Code. Section 31042.
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