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Cal. HNC § 516

This is the official text of Cal. HNC § 516, part of California’s Harbors and Navigation Code — regulates ports, harbors, and boating.

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Official statutory text

If the bond becomes forfeited, the judge of the superior court, upon the application, supported by proof of the person entitled to its benefit shall make an order for its prosecution for such person’s benefit, and at his risk and expense.

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