California · Code of Civil Procedure - CCP
CCP §1203.62: Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to impair or affect the right of any person to whom any debt may be due for work performed or materials or services furnished to maintain a personal action a
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This statute preserves a person's right to pursue a civil lawsuit to collect debts owed for work performed or materials and services provided.
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