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2011 California Code
Probate Code
DIVISION 11. CONSTRUCTION OF WILLS, TRUSTS, AND OTHER INSTRUMENTS [21101 - 21700]
CHAPTER 2. Ascertaining Meaning of Language Used in the Instrument
Section 21121


CA Prob Code § 21121 (through 2012 Leg Sess) What's This?

All parts of an instrument are to be construed in relation to each other and so as, if possible, to form a consistent whole. If the meaning of any part of an instrument is ambiguous or doubtful, it may be explained by any reference to or recital of that part in another part of the instrument.

(Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 138, Sec. 29. Effective January 1, 2003.)

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