Section 116.410.
Cal. Code of Civil Procedure - CCP § 116.410.
in effect(a)
Any person who is at least 18 years of age, or legally emancipated, and mentally competent may be a party to a small claims action.
(b)
A minor or incompetent person may appear by a guardian ad litem appointed by a judge of the court in which the action is filed.
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