California · Government Code
GOV §955.6: In actions for the taking or damaging of private property for public use within the meaning of Section 19 of Article I of the Constitution on claims arising out of work done by the Department of Trans
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In actions for the taking or damaging of private property for public use within the meaning of Section 19 of Article I of the Constitution on claims arising out of work done by the Department of Transportation: (a) Service of summons shall be made on the Attorney General or the Director of Transportation. (b) The defense shall be conducted by the attorney for the Department of Transportation.
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