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HomeBusiness and Professions CodeDiv. 8Ch. 2Art. 14§ 18854 Official Enforcement Failure Penalty

§ 18854 Official Enforcement Failure Penalty

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§ 18854 Official Enforcement Failure Penalty

Key Takeaways

  • •If a government worker doesn't follow the rules in this law, they can get in trouble.
  • •The rules they must follow are from this law and the commission’s own rules.
  • •Getting in trouble could mean things like warnings, fines, or even losing their job.

Example

A police officer sees someone breaking a rule but does nothing about it.

If the officer is supposed to enforce that rule but ignores it, they could face disciplinary action like a suspension.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 18854 Official Enforcement Failure Penalty

Any official who fails to enforce the provisions of this act or the commission’s rules and regulations shall be subject to disciplinary action. (Added by renumbering Section 18855 by Stats. 2015, Ch. 316, Sec. 9. (SB 469) Effective January 1, 2016.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

officialenforceprovisionscommission’s rules and regulationsdisciplinary action

Related Statutes

  • § 18848 Unlicensed Fighter Management Prohibited
  • § 18850 Revoking Licenses For Fighting Under Suspension
  • § 18858 Fake Contest Prohibition
  • § 18859 Licensee Criminal Background Checks
  • § 10071 License Enforcement Authority

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Business and Professions Code. Section 18854.
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