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§ 709. — 709. (Enacted 1872.)

California § 709.
JurisdictionCalifornia
Code CIVCivil Code - CIV
Div. 2.DIVISION 2. PROPERTY
Title2.
Part 1.TITLE 2. OWNERSHIP
Ch. 2.CHAPTER 2. Modifications of Ownership
Art. 2.ARTICLE 2. Conditions of Ownership

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Cal. Civil Code - CIV Code § 709. (2026).

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If a condition precedent requires the performance of an act wrong of itself, the instrument containing it is so far void, and the right cannot exist. If it requires the performance of an act not wrong of itself, but otherwise unlawful, the instrument takes effect and the condition is void.

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Enacted 1872.
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