California · Revenue and Taxation Code - RTC

RTC §2963: Property shall not be seized and sold for taxes on the unsecured roll after three years from the date taxes due become delinquent.

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Property shall not be seized and sold for taxes on the unsecured roll after three years from the date taxes due become delinquent. The limitation period shall be tolled for any period during which collection actions are prohibited by bankruptcy laws or rules, or by court order.

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