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§ 1679. — 1679. (Added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 198.)

California § 1679.
JurisdictionCalifornia
Code CIVCivil Code - CIV
Div. 3.DIVISION 3. OBLIGATIONS
Title4.5.
Part 2.TITLE 4.5. LIQUIDATED DAMAGES
Ch. 2.CHAPTER 2. Default on Real Property Purchase Contract

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This chapter applies only to a provision for liquidated damages to the seller if the buyer fails to complete the purchase of real property. The validity of any other provision for liquidated damages in a contract to purchase and sell real property shall be determined under Section 1671.

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Legislative History

Added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 198.
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