California Promissory Notes

Create a legally compliant California promissory note that complies with state usury limits and includes all required provisions. Choose the note type that fits your lending situation, fill out the guided form, and download your professional PDF for $7.99.

Secured Promissory Note

For loans backed by collateral such as a vehicle, property, or equipment. The lender can seize the collateral if the borrower defaults.

Complies with California usury limits (max 10%). Includes collateral description and default remedies.

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Unsecured Promissory Note

For loans based solely on the borrower's promise to pay, with no collateral pledged. Common for personal and family loans.

California statute of limitations: 4 years. Max interest rate: 10%.

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Installment Promissory Note

For loans repaid in fixed periodic payments over a set term. Includes a detailed payment schedule with amounts and due dates.

Includes amortization-ready payment terms compliant with California usury law (10% max rate).

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Demand Promissory Note

Payable in full when the lender demands repayment. No fixed schedule or maturity date. Common for informal arrangements.

Payable on demand under California law. Includes usury savings clause and default provisions.

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California Usury Law and Note Requirements

Max Interest Rate 10%

Rate Description 10% for personal loans by written contract

Default Rate 7%

Penalty for Exceeding Usury Limit Treble interest penalty; criminal misdemeanor possible

Statute of Limitations 4 years

Notarization Required Not required (recommended)

Witness Required Not required

Governing Agency California Superior Courts

California usury law is governed by California Superior Courts. The maximum allowable interest rate is 10% (10% for personal loans by written contract). Penalties for exceeding the usury limit include: Treble interest penalty; criminal misdemeanor possible. The statute of limitations for enforcing a promissory note in California is 4 years. Notarization is not required but recommended. Our documents are designed to comply with California law and include all required provisions.

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