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HomeWater CodeDiv. 2Pt. 3Ch. 3Art. 9§ 2770 Cost Assessment In Hearings

§ 2770 Cost Assessment In Hearings

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§ 2770 Cost Assessment In Hearings

Key Takeaways

  • •The court can make someone pay costs if they lose a case.
  • •The judge decides how much money the losing side has to pay.
  • •The costs must be fair, not too much or too little.

Example

You sue someone because they broke your fence, but the judge says you're wrong.

The judge can make you pay the other person's court fees because you lost the case.

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

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§ 2770 Cost Assessment In Hearings

Upon the hearing the court may assess and adjudge against any party such costs as it may deem just. (Enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 368.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

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Related Statutes

  • § 2750 Water Rights Court Filing
  • § 2751 Board Hearing Order Process
  • § 2752 Court Order Notification Requirement
  • § 2753 Board Hearing Notice Requirement
  • § 2754 Publication Of Board Orders

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 2770.
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