There is a newer version of the California Code
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
Other previous versions
View our newest version here

2011 California Code
Civil Code
PRELIMINARY PROVISIONS
Section 13


CA Civ Code § 13 (through 2012 Leg Sess) What's This?

Words and phrases are construed according to the context and the approved usage of the language; but technical words and phrases, and such others as may have acquired a peculiar and appropriate meaning in law, or are defined in the succeeding section, are to be construed according to such peculiar and appropriate meaning or definition.

(Enacted 1872.)

Disclaimer: These codes may not be the most recent version. California may have more current or accurate information. We make no warranties or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the information contained on this site or the information linked to on the state site. Please check official sources.

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.