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HomeWater CodeDiv. 3Pt. 1Ch. 10Art. 1§ 6458 Service Notice Requirements

§ 6458 Service Notice Requirements

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§ 6458 Service Notice Requirements

Key Takeaways

  • •Important papers can be sent by special mail (registered or certified).
  • •If the person signs for the mail, it proves they got the papers.
  • •This rule was added in 1965.

Example

Your landlord sends you a letter about fixing your apartment.

If the landlord sends it by certified mail and you sign for it, that proves you got the letter.

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

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§ 6458 Service Notice Requirements

The notice provided for in this article may be given by registered or certified mail and a return receipt signed by the owner shall constitute prima facie evidence of service. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1225.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

noticeregistered or certified mailreturn receiptprima facie evidence of service

Related Statutes

  • § 6457 Dam Application Notice Requirement
  • § 6253 Service Notice Requirements
  • § 11900 Fish And Wildlife Protection
  • § 11901 Water Project Conservation Funding
  • § 13700 Underground Water Well Regulation

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 6458.
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