Garver v. Downie

Citations

• 33 Cal. 176

Syllabus

<p>Notice to Indorser,—To charge an indorser, it is not necessary to show that the notice of dishonor was actually received by him, nor even that it was addressed to him at his place of residence. If the notary, in good faith, makes diligent inquiry of those most likely to know the residence of the indorser, and acts upon the information so obtained, in mailing his notice, the indorser will be charged, notwithstanding the notice may be sent to the wrong place and never reach him.</p> <p>Duty oe Notary.—If the notary is ignorant of the residence of the indorser, he must make diligent inquiry of those most likely to know it ; having done so, he may safely act upon the information so obtained.</p> <p>Diligent Inquiry.—Diligent inquiry is such as business men make when their interests depend upon obtaining correct information.</p>