California · Probate Code

PROB §18507: Compliance with this part is determined in light of the facts and circumstances existing at the time a decision is made or action is taken, and not by hindsight.

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This statute establishes that compliance with the law is evaluated based on facts and circumstances present when a decision or action occurred, not based on later events.

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Compliance with this part is determined in light of the facts and circumstances existing at the time a decision is made or action is taken, and not by hindsight.

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