California Codes, Civil Code - CIV, Division 3 — Obligations, Part 2 — Contracts, Title 2 — Manner of Creating Contracts, Section 1620

An express contract is one, the terms of which are stated in words.

Notes

Defines an express contract as a contract whose terms are stated in words. The classification turns on verbal expression of the contract’s terms, distinguishing an express agreement from an implied contract whose existence and terms are instead manifested through conduct.

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