Civil Code section 3288

In an action for the breach of an obligation not arising from contract, and in every case of oppression, fraud, or malice, interest may be given, in the discretion of the jury.

Source: Section 3288, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CIV§ionNum=3288. (accessed Jun. 18, 2026).

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Location: https://california.public.law/codes/civil_code_section_3288

Original Source: Section 3288, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=CIV§ionNum=3288. (last accessed May 12, 2025).