California · Evidence Code

EVID §300: Except as otherwise provided by statute, this code applies in every action before the Supreme Court or a court of appeal or superior court, including proceedings in such actions conducted by a referee

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This statute establishes that the code applies to all actions and proceedings in supreme, appellate, and superior courts, unless another statute provides otherwise.

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Except as otherwise provided by statute, this code applies in every action before the Supreme Court or a court of appeal or superior court, including proceedings in such actions conducted by a referee, court commissioner, or similar officer, but does not apply in grand jury proceedings.

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