§ 1646

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

A contract is to be interpreted according to the law and usage of the place where it is to be performed; or, if it does not indicate a place of performance, according to the law and usage of the place where it is made.

(Enacted 1872.)

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