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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 6Ch. 1.5§ 5062 Contract Obligation Registration Rules

§ 5062 Contract Obligation Registration Rules

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§ 5062 Contract Obligation Registration Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •This law works together with other rules about buying, selling, and agreements.
  • •It helps make sure that when you promise to do something (like pay or deliver), it’s clear and fair.
  • •If you sign a paper saying you’ll do something (like pay back money), this law helps make sure it’s done right.

Example

You borrow money from a friend and write down that you’ll pay them back in a month.

This law makes sure your written promise is clear and follows the same rules as other agreements, so your friend can trust you’ll pay them back.

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

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§ 5062 Contract Obligation Registration Rules

This chapter shall be construed in conjunction with the Uniform Commercial Code and the principles of contract law relative to the registration and transfer of obligations. (Added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 59, Sec. 1. Effective June 2, 1983.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

registrationcontractobligationregistering anduniform commercial codeeffective juneconjunction

Related Statutes

  • § 5052 Registered Public Obligations
  • § 5057 Agent Appointment And Duties
  • § 5050 Public Obligations Registration
  • § 5053 Public Obligation Registration Systems
  • § 5054 Public Obligation Signatures

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 5062.
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