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Proving Selective Enforcement: Using Document Requests Strategically
Proving HOA selective enforcement in California isn’t about arguing that a board “picked on you.” It’s about building a clean comparison using the HOA’s own records—what the rules required, what the association did in similar cases, and where it deviated.
Freight Broker Liability, Bankruptcies, and Strategic Cargo Theft: The Transportation Risk Landscape in 2026
Discover how pending Supreme Court litigation, ongoing logistics bankruptcies, and cyber-enabled cargo theft are reshaping legal and operational risk for freight brokers, forwarders, and transportation companies in 2026.
HOA Copying Costs: What's Reasonable and What's Obstruction
Copying costs shouldn’t be a barrier to HOA transparency. Under California’s Davis-Stirling Act, “reasonable” fees are tightly limited, yet many associations still pad invoices with administrative add-ons, inflated per-page rates, and charges for electronic delivery.
HOA Response Timelines: Know Your Deadlines
HOA records are only useful if you can get them on time. California’s Davis-Stirling Act sets clear deadlines, but the rules change depending on what you request and which fiscal years the records cover.
$500 Per Violation: Understanding Penalties for HOA Non-Compliance
HOA records requests aren’t just about curiosity—they can unlock penalties and fee recovery when a board stonewalls. California’s Davis-Stirling Act sets deadlines, limits fees, and allows courts to assess up to $500 for each written request an HOA unreasonably withholds, plus mandatory attorney’s fees for prevailing homeowners.
How to Write a 5200 Document Request That Gets Results
A Civil Code §5200 request is your best tool for getting enforceable answers from a California HOA. This article explains how to request the right “association records” (financials, contracts, minutes, and membership lists) and when to seek “enhanced records” like invoices, receipts, and bank statements.
HOA Collections and Your Bankruptcy Protection
When financial challenges mount, and your homeowners association begins pursuing unpaid assessments, understanding your legal protections becomes critical. Many California homeowners facing HOA debt collection find themselves overwhelmed by collection notices, threats of liens, and mounting late fees.
What Your HOA Can Legally Refuse to Disclose
HOA record requests can feel like a simple paperwork ask—until the board says no. California’s Davis-Stirling Act gives members broad inspection rights, but it also allows narrow, lawful withholdings for privilege, privacy, security, and pending litigation.
How to Force HOA Transparency: California Civil Code 5200 Explained
Homeowners across California face a common frustration: their HOA refuses to share basic information about how the association operates. Whether it's financial records, vendor contracts, or meeting minutes, many boards stonewall legitimate document requests.
HOA Documents You Have the Right to Request: The Full List
If you’re dealing with a stubborn board, rising dues, or confusing rule enforcement, the fastest way to get answers is to request the right HOA records.