Section 587.5.

Cal. Code of Civil Procedure - CCP § 587.5.
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As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise specifically requires, the following terms apply: (a) “Complaint” includes a cross-complaint. (b) “Defendant” includes a cross-defendant. (c) “Plaintiff” includes a cross-complainant.
Source: CA Legislative Counsel Bulk DataURL: https://downloads.leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/pubinfo_2025.zipFetched: 6/27/2026

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