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HomeCivil CodeDiv. 3Pt. 1Ch. 4§ 1450 Alternative Act Selection Rule

§ 1450 Alternative Act Selection Rule

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§ 1450 Alternative Act Selection Rule

This law says that when someone has a choice between two complete options, they must pick one whole option or the other, and they can't mix parts of each without the other side agreeing.

Key Takeaways

  • •You must choose one complete option, not a mix of parts.
  • •Both parties need to agree if you want to combine different parts.
  • •Partial choices without consent aren't allowed.

Example

A landlord and tenant disagree on whether to fix a broken heater or replace the whole unit; the tenant wants to replace just the broken part, but the landlord insists on a full replacement.

The tenant must either accept the landlord's full replacement offer or stick with the original repair plan; they can't take half of each without both agreeing.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 1450 Alternative Act Selection Rule

The party having the right of selection between alternative acts must select one of them in its entirety, and cannot select part of one and part of another without the consent of the other party. (Enacted 1872.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

right of selectionalternative actsconsent of the other party

Related Statutes

  • § 1449 Selection Notice Deadline
  • § 1448 Alternative Performance Rights
  • § 1451 Unenforceable Alternative Obligations
  • § 1169 Recording Real Property Instruments
  • § 1170 Instrument Recording Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Civil Code. Section 1450.
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