California · Water Code
WAT §37159: A collector’s deed when acknowledged or proved is prima facie evidence that: (a) The land was assessed as required by law.
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A collector’s deed when acknowledged or proved is prima facie evidence that: (a) The land was assessed as required by law. (b) The land was equalized as required by law. (c) The assessments were levied in accordance with law. (d) The assessments were not paid. (e) At a proper time and place the property was sold as prescribed by law. (f) The property was not redeemed. (g) The person who executed the deed was the proper officer.
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