The writ must be issued in all cases where there is not a plain, speedy, and adequate remedy, in the ordinary course of law. It must be issued upon the verified petition of the party beneficially interested.
(Amended by Stats. 1907, Ch. 244.)
Section 1086
Code Civ. Proc. § 1086, under Writ of Mandate [[1084.] - [1097.]].
Code Civ. Proc. § 1086