Demurrer Moot After Amendment

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In California, if a plaintiff amends their complaint before a demurrer hearing, the original demurrer is considered moot under California Code of Civil Procedure Section 472. The defendant must then respond to the amended complaint. Consulting the California Code of Civil Procedure can provide more detailed guidance.

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In California, if a plaintiff amends their complaint before a demurrer hearing, the original demurrer becomes moot. This is generally governed by California Code of Civil Procedure Section *, which allows a plaintiff to amend their complaint once before the answer or demurrer is filed. Would you like more information on this process?
In California if Defendant scheduled Demurrer for first amended complaint months passed, and court approved Plaintiff's amended complaint before demurrer hearing pursuant to which section demurrer is moot?
In California, if a court approves a plaintiff's amended complaint before a demurrer hearing, the original demurrer is generally considered moot. This is governed by California Code of Civil Procedure Section *. The defendant would need to respond to the newly amended complaint instead. Would you like more details on this process?
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It seems like you're interested in the process regarding demurrers and amended complaints under California law. Here's a brief overview:
- California Code of Civil Procedure Section *: This allows a plaintiff to amend their complaint once before the answer or demurrer is filed, which typically makes the original demurrer moot.
- Responding to Amended Complaint: Once the amended complaint is filed, the defendant must respond to it, either with a new demurrer or another appropriate legal response.
If you need specific legal advice or further assistance, consulting with a local attorney might be beneficial. Let me know if there's anything else you'd like to know!