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HomeCivil CodeDiv. 3Pt. 4Ch. 1Art. 2§ 1824 Depositary Delivery Requirements

§ 1824 Depositary Delivery Requirements

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§ 1824 Depositary Delivery Requirements

This law says that a person who is holding something for someone else must give it back to the owner at the place where he lives or works, whichever is easiest for him.

Key Takeaways

  • •Delivery must be made at the depositary's residence or place of business.
  • •The depositary can pick the location that is most convenient for him.
  • •The rule applies to anyone acting as a depositary.

Example

A friend asks you to keep his laptop safe while he is on vacation. When he returns, you must bring the laptop to his home or office, whichever is most convenient for you.

You can choose to hand the laptop over at your apartment or at your workplace, whichever is easier for you to reach, as long as you deliver it to one of those places.

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

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§ 1824 Depositary Delivery Requirements

A depositary must deliver the thing deposited at his residence or place of business, as may be most convenient for him. (Enacted 1872.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

depositarydeliverthing depositedresidenceplace of business

Related Statutes

  • § 1827 Joint Deposit Delivery Rules
  • § 1822 Depositary Delivery Obligations
  • § 1823 Depositary Delivery Requirements
  • § 1825 Depositary Notice Requirement
  • § 1826 Depositary Notice And Liability

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Civil Code. Section 1824.
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