An obligation is extinguished by a release therefrom given to the debtor or the released party by the creditor or releasing party, upon a new consideration, or in writing, with or without new consideration.
Cal. Civ. Code § 1541
Release
Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 157, Sec. 1
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