Property Ownership
What is a 'partition action' and when is it used?
AA lawsuit to divide a building into separate units
BA court proceeding allowing a co-owner to force the physical division or sale of jointly owned property✓ Correct
CAn HOA action to enforce CC&Rs
DA DRE proceeding against an unlicensed agent
Explanation
A partition action is a legal proceeding initiated by a co-owner who wants to sever their ownership interest in jointly owned property. The court may order a physical division of the property (partition in kind) or, if not practical, a sale with proceeds divided among co-owners.
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