Code of Civil Procedure - CCP

PART 2. OF CIVIL ACTIONS [307 - 1062.20]

TITLE 10.5. PARTITION OF REAL AND PERSONAL PROPERTY [872.010 - 874.240]

CHAPTER 1. General Provisions [872.010 - 872.140]

ARTICLE 1. Preliminary Provisions [872.010 - 872.040]

872.010.  

As used in this title:

(a) “Action” means an action for partition under this title.

(b) “Lien” means a mortgage, deed of trust, or other security interest in property whether arising from contract, statute, common law, or equity.

(c) “Property” includes real and personal property.

(d) “Remainder” includes reversion, reversionary interest, right of entry, and executory interest.

(e) “Title report” includes a preliminary report, guarantee, binder, or policy of title insurance.

(Amended by Stats. 1979, Ch. 730.)

872.020.  

This title governs actions for partition of real property and, except to the extent not applicable, actions for partition of personal property.

(Added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 73.)

872.030.  

The statutes and rules governing practice in civil actions generally apply to actions under this title except where they are inconsistent with the provisions of this title.

(Added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 73.)

872.040.  

Nothing in this title excuses compliance with any applicable laws, regulations, or ordinances governing the division, sale, or transfer of property.

(Added by Stats. 1976, Ch. 73.)