{"code":"PROB","codeName":"Probate Code","section":"72","citation":"Prob. Code, § 72","status":"in-force","lawOn":"2026-09-28","headings":[{"name":"DIVISION 1. PRELIMINARY PROVISIONS AND DEFINITIONS [1. - 88.]","url":"https://blackletter.si/probate-code/division-1"},{"name":"PART 2. DEFINITIONS [20. - 88.]","url":"https://blackletter.si/probate-code/division-1/part-2"}],"history":"Added by Stats. 2016, Ch. 50, Sec. 77.   (SB 1005)   Effective January 1, 2017.","effective":"2017-01-01","html":"<p>“Spouse” includes domestic partner, as defined in Section <a href=\"/prob/37\">37</a> of this code, as required by Section <a href=\"/fam/297.5\">297.5</a> of the Family Code.</p>","text":"“Spouse” includes domestic partner, as defined in Section 37 of this code, as required by Section 297.5 of the Family Code.","otherVersions":[],"url":"https://blackletter.si/probate-code/definitions-72","source":"California Legislative Information bulk export (pubinfo)"}