California Statutes
§ 1639. — 1639. (Enacted 1872.)
California·Code CIV Civil Code - CIV·Div. 3. DIVISION 3. OBLIGATIONS·Title 3.·Part 2. TITLE 3. INTERPRETATION OF CONTRACTS
When a contract is reduced to writing, the intention of the parties is to be ascertained from the writing alone, if possible; subject, however, to the other provisions of this Title.
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Legislative History
Enacted 1872.