California Statutes

§ 3302. — 3302. (Enacted 1872.)

California § 3302.
JurisdictionCalifornia
Code CIVCivil Code - CIV
Div. 4.DIVISION 4. GENERAL PROVISIONS
Title2.
Part 1.TITLE 2. COMPENSATORY RELIEF
Ch. 2.CHAPTER 2. Measure of Damages [[3300.] - 3361.]
Art. 1.ARTICLE 1. Damages for Breach of Contract [[3300.] - 3322.]

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The detriment caused by the breach of an obligation to pay money only, is deemed to be the amount due by the terms of the obligation, with interest thereon.

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Enacted 1872.
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