The fees of referees are such reasonable sum as the court may fix for the time spent in the business of the reference; but the parties may agree, in writing, upon any other rate of compensation, and thereupon such rates shall be allowed.
Cal. Civ. Proc. Code § 1023
Of Costs
Amended by Stats. 1953, Ch. 795.
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