California Quitclaim Deed PDF
California at a glance: Notary Required: Yes (mandatory for recording) · Witnesses Required: No · Required Forms: Preliminary Change of Ownership Report (PCOR)
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Quitclaim Deeds in California
California quitclaim deeds are governed by the California Civil Code and Government Code. To be recorded in California, a quitclaim deed must contain the Assessor's Parcel Number (APN), a complete legal description of the property, and the grantor's signature must be notarized (Cal. Gov. Code § 27287).
Additionally, a Preliminary Change of Ownership Report (PCOR) must be submitted alongside the deed at the time of recording to avoid property tax reassessment penalties.
California Quitclaim Deed — Quick Reference
| Requirement | California Rule |
|---|---|
| Notary Required | Yes (mandatory for recording) |
| Witnesses Required | No |
| Required Forms | Preliminary Change of Ownership Report (PCOR) |
| Governing Law | Cal. Gov. Code § 27287 |
California Legal Requirements
- Must include the Assessor's Parcel Number (APN) on the first page.
- Grantor's signature must be acknowledged by a notary public.
- Must include a complete legal description (metes and bounds or lot/block).
California Governing Laws
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's California legal resources or your state legislature's official website.