Cal. PROB § 9200
This is the official text of Cal. PROB § 9200, part of California’s Probate Code — governs wills, trusts, estates, and conservatorships.
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Official statutory text
(a) Except as provided in this chapter, a claim by a public entity shall be filed within the time otherwise provided in this part. A claim not so filed is barred, including any lien imposed for the claim.
(b) As used in this chapter, “public entity” has the meaning provided in Section 811.2 of the Government Code, and includes an officer authorized to act on behalf of the public entity.
(b) As used in this chapter, “public entity” has the meaning provided in Section 811.2 of the Government Code, and includes an officer authorized to act on behalf of the public entity.
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