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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 10Ch. 10Art. 3§ 11585 Execution Sale Of Real Property

§ 11585 Execution Sale Of Real Property

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§ 11585 Execution Sale Of Real Property

Key Takeaways

  • •If selling someone's stuff doesn't cover what they owe, their house or building can also be sold.
  • •The money from selling the house goes to pay the same costs and fees.
  • •A court has to order the sale of the house.

Example

A person owes money, and selling their car and furniture doesn't cover the debt.

The court can order the sale of their house to pay the rest of what they owe.

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

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§ 11585 Execution Sale Of Real Property

If the proceeds of the sale of the movable property do not fully discharge all of the costs, fees, and allowances, the building and place shall then also be sold under execution issued upon the order of the court or judge and the proceeds of the sale shall be applied in like manner. (Added by Stats. 1972, Ch. 1407.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

proceeds of the salemovable propertycosts, fees, and allowancesbuilding and placeexecution issued upon the order of the court or judge

Related Statutes

  • § 11584 Sale Proceeds Distribution Order
  • § 11583 Property Removal And Sale Fees
  • § 11586 Owner Bond Abatement Release
  • § 113075 Pet Food Prohibited Acts
  • § 113080 Penalty For Violations

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 11585.
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