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HomeEvidence CodeDiv. 5Ch. 3Art. 1§ 606 Presumption Burden Of Proof

§ 606 Presumption Burden Of Proof

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§ 606 Presumption Burden Of Proof

Key Takeaways

  • •If the law assumes something is true, the other person has to prove it's not true.
  • •This rule makes one side show proof first.
  • •It helps decide who has to explain their side in court.

Example

If someone is sued for not paying a bill, and the law assumes they didn’t pay, they have to show proof they did pay.

The law starts by assuming the person didn’t pay, so they must prove they actually paid the bill.

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

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§ 606 Presumption Burden Of Proof

The effect of a presumption affecting the burden of proof is to impose upon the party against whom it operates the burden of proof as to the nonexistence of the presumed fact. (Enacted by Stats. 1965, Ch. 299.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

presumptionburden of proofnonexistence of the presumed fact

Related Statutes

  • § 601 Presumption Types And Effects
  • § 600 Presumptions And Inferences
  • § 604 Presumption Burden Of Evidence
  • § 1600 Recorded Property Document Evidence
  • § 1603 Deed Conveyance Evidence Presumption

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Evidence Code. Section 606.
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