Nothing in this chapter limits the effect of a surviving spouse — California Code § 5013

California Code § 5013 — Nothing in this chapter limits the effect of a surviving spouse. Reproduced from the official Public Contract Code - PCC, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.

§ 5013. Nothing in this chapter limits the effect of a surviving spouse

Nothing in this chapter limits the effect of a surviving spouse’s waiver of rights in community property under Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 140) of Part 3 of Division 2 or other instrument or agreement that affects a married person’s interest in community property.

Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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  • Citation: Public Contract Code - PCC § 5013
  • Jurisdiction: California
  • Code: Public Contract Code - PCC
  • Subject: Nothing in this chapter limits the effect of a surviving spouse
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