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DIVISION 3. OBLIGATIONS 1427-3273›PART 3. OBLIGATIONS IMPOSED BY LAW 1708-1725

§ 1709

California Civil Code · 2020-11 edition · updated 2026-10-04 · California

One who willfully deceives another with intent to induce him to alter his position to his injury or risk, is liable for any damage which he thereby suffers.

(Enacted 1872.)

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