California CodesBusiness and Professions Code - BPCDivision 7 — General Business RegulationsPart 2 — Preservation and Regulation of CompetitionChapter 4 — Unfair Trade PracticesArticle 4 — Civil LiabilitySection 17085
If, at any time while any action for a violation of this chapter is pending, it appears to the court that an extensive examination of books, papers, records, or documents is or may become material or relevant to the issues in the action, the court may, in its discretion, upon the application of any party to the action, or upon its own motion, order a reference to be had in the manner and form provided in Part 2, Title 8, Chapter 6 of the Code of Civil Procedure.
Notes
Allows a court, while an action for a chapter violation is pending, to order a reference under the specified Code of Civil Procedure procedures when an extensive examination of books, papers, records, or documents appears or may become material or relevant. The court may act on a party’s application or on its own motion, making the reference discretionary.
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