Section 5144.
Cal. Probate Code - PROB § 5144.
in effect“Proof of death” includes any of the following:
(a)
An original or attested or certified copy of a death certificate.
(b)
A record or report that is prima facie evidence of death under Section 103550 of the Health and Safety Code, Sections 1530 to 1532, inclusive, of the Evidence Code, or another statute of this state.
References
referencesCal. Health and Safety Code - HSC § 103550.
referencesCal. Probate Code - PROB § 1530.
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