California · Code of Civil Procedure - CCP
CCP §512.070: If a writ of possession is issued, the court may also issue an order directing the defendant to transfer possession of the property to the plaintiff.
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If a writ of possession is issued, the court may also issue an order directing the defendant to transfer possession of the property to the plaintiff. Such order shall contain a notice to the defendant that failure to turn over possession of such property to plaintiff may subject the defendant to being held in contempt of court.
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