California · Probate Code
PROB §20121: A proceeding under this article shall be commenced by filing a petition that sets forth all of the following information: (a) The jurisdictional facts.
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A proceeding under this article starts by filing a petition that includes jurisdictional facts.
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A proceeding under this article shall be commenced by filing a petition that sets forth all of the following information: (a) The jurisdictional facts. (b) Other facts necessary for the court to determine the proration of estate taxes.
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