Probate Code section 15206

A trust in relation to real property is not valid unless evidenced by one of the following methods:

(a)

By a written instrument signed by the trustee, or by the trustee’s agent if authorized in writing to do so.

(b)

By a written instrument conveying the trust property signed by the settlor, or by the settlor’s agent if authorized in writing to do so.

(c)

By operation of law.

Source: Section 15206, https://leginfo.­legislature.­ca.­gov/faces/codes_displaySection.­xhtml?lawCode=PROB§ionNum=15206.­ (updated Jan. 1, 1990; accessed Jun. 9, 2025).

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§ 15206’s source at ca​.gov