Civil Code section 1199

Section Eleven Hundred and Ninety-nine. The evidence taken under the preceding section must satisfactorily prove to the officer the following facts:
One—The existence of one or more of the conditions mentioned therein; and,
Two—That the witness testifying knew the person whose name purports to be subscribed to the instrument as a party, and is well acquainted with his signature, and that it is genuine; and,
Three—That the witness testifying personally knew the person who subscribed the instrument as a witness, and is well acquainted with his signature, and that it is genuine; and,
Four—The place of residence of the witness.

Source: Section 1199, https://leginfo.­legislature.­ca.­gov/faces/codes_displaySection.­xhtml?lawCode=CIV§ionNum=1199.­ (accessed May 13, 2025).

Last Updated

May 12, 2025

§ 1199’s source at ca​.gov