Section [1199.]
Cal. Civil Code - CIV § [1199.]
in effectSection Eleven Hundred and Ninety-nine. The evidence taken under the preceding section must satisfactorily prove to the officer the following facts:
One—The existence of one or more of the conditions mentioned therein; and,
Two—That the witness testifying knew the person whose name purports to be subscribed to the instrument as a party, and is well acquainted with his signature, and that it is genuine; and,
Three—That the witness testifying personally knew the person who subscribed
the instrument as a witness, and is well acquainted with his signature, and that it is genuine; and,
Four—The place of residence of the witness.
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