Section 8462.

Cal. Civil Code - CIV § 8462.
in effect
Sign in to generate a plain English summaryAsk Belisarius Agent
Notwithstanding Section 583.420 of the Code of Civil Procedure, if an action to enforce a lien is not brought to trial within two years after commencement of the action, the court may in its discretion dismiss the action for want of prosecution.

References

referencesCal. Civil Code - CIV § 583.420.
Source: CA Legislative Counsel Bulk DataURL: https://downloads.leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/pubinfo_2025.zipFetched: 6/27/2026

Starting a business in California? California LLC guide: costs and requirements