California · Code of Civil Procedure - CCP
CCP §583.310: An action shall be brought to trial within five years after the action is commenced against the defendant.
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A civil action must be brought to trial within five years after it is commenced against the defendant.
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An action shall be brought to trial within five years after the action is commenced against the defendant.
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