Article 1 - Definitions

California Probate Code — §§ 11400-11402

Sections (3)

Enacted by Stats. 1990, Ch. 79.

Unless the provision or context otherwise requires, the definitions in this article govern the construction of this part.

Enacted by Stats. 1990, Ch. 79.

“Debt” means:

(a)A claim that is established under Part 4 (commencing with Section 9000) or that is otherwise payable in the course of administration.
(b)An expense of administration.
(c)A charge against the estate including, but not limited to, taxes, expenses of last illness, and family allowance.

Enacted by Stats. 1990, Ch. 79.

“Wage claim” means a claim for wages, not exceeding two thousand dollars ($2,000), of each employee of the decedent for work done or personal services rendered within 90 days before the death of the decedent.