DIVISION 4. GENERAL PROVISIONS 3274-9566›PART 1. RELIEF 3274-3428›TITLE 2. COMPENSATORY RELIEF 3281-3360›CHAPTER 1. Damages in General 3281-3296›ARTICLE 2. Interest as Damages 3287-3291

§ 3288

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

In an action for the breach of an obligation not arising from contract, and in every case of oppression, fraud, or malice, interest may be given, in the discretion of the jury.

(Enacted 1872.)

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