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HomeCorporations CodeCh. 13Art. 1§ 12581 Inspection Copying Rights

§ 12581 Inspection Copying Rights

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§ 12581 Inspection Copying Rights

This law says that if someone has the right to check something (like documents or a place), they can do it themselves or send someone else to do it. They can also make copies or take notes.

Key Takeaways

  • •If a law says you can inspect something, you can do it yourself or send someone else.
  • •You can copy or take notes during the inspection.
  • •This applies to things like checking documents, properties, or other items covered by the law.

Example

Imagine you rent an apartment, and the landlord wants to check if everything is okay.

The landlord can come themselves or send a manager to look around and even take pictures or notes about the condition of the apartment.

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

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§ 12581 Inspection Copying Rights

Any inspection under this chapter may be made in person or by agent or attorney and the right of inspection includes the right to copy and make extracts. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1625, Sec. 3. Operative January 1, 1984.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

inspectionagent or attorneycopy and make extractsStats. 1982, Ch. 1625, Sec. 3

Related Statutes

  • § 6311 Inspection And Copy Rights
  • § 8311 Inspection And Copy Rights
  • § 12580 Electronic Records Inspection Requirement
  • § 12582 Subsidiary Records Inspection Rights
  • § 12583 Member Rights Cannot Be Limited

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Corporations Code. Section 12581.
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