4005. If the owner of the land is a nonresident of the county, the sheriff may make service by leaving a copy of the notice of application with the occupant, or agent of the owner. If there is no occupant, or agent of the owner, the sheriff may place a copy in the post office addressed to the owner 30 days prior to the day set for the hearing. If the owner is a minor, has a mental health disorder, lacks mental capacity, or is a decedent, notice shall be served on the owner’s guardian, administrator, or other legal representative.(Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 9, Sec. 2. (AB 46) Effective January 1, 2020.)
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