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Cal. Civ. Code § 3288 — Interest as Damages

Cal. Civ. Code § 3288

Type
Statute
Source
California Civil Code
Jurisdiction
California
Current through
Nov 2, 2026 (California Legislative Counsel)

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.

Citator

Cal. Civ. Code § 3288 — Interest as Damages is in force in the current edition of the Code, and nothing recorded condemns it.

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.