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HomeCivil CodeDiv. 3Pt. 4Ch. 1Art. 1§ 1790 Consumer Warranty Protection

§ 1790 Consumer Warranty Protection

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§ 1790 Consumer Warranty Protection

This law is called the 'Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act'. It's about protecting people who buy things that don't work as promised.

Key Takeaways

  • •This law is about warranties - promises that things you buy will work.
  • •If something you buy breaks too soon, the seller has to make it right.
  • •It's called the 'Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act'.

Example

You buy a new TV, but it stops working after a week.

This law says the store or company has to fix it, replace it, or give you your money back.

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

Official Source
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§ 1790 Consumer Warranty Protection

This chapter may be cited as the “Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act.” (Added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 1333.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Related Statutes

  • § 1039 Property Title Transfer
  • § 1040 Voluntary Transfer Contracts
  • § 1790.1 Consumer Waiver Prohibition
  • § 1790.2 Severability Of Provisions
  • § 1790.3 Consumer Goods Override Commercial Code

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Civil Code. Section 1790.
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