California Civil Code 1644 – The words of a contract are to be understood in their ordinary and …
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The words of a contract are to be understood in their ordinary and popular sense, rather than according to their strict legal meaning; unless used by the parties in a technical sense, or unless a special meaning is given to them by usage, in which case the latter must be followed.
(Enacted 1872.)
Terms Used In California Civil Code 1644
- Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.