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HomeBusiness and Professions CodeDiv. 8Ch. 4Art. 2§ 19426 Governor Removal Of Board Members

§ 19426 Governor Removal Of Board Members

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§ 19426 Governor Removal Of Board Members

Key Takeaways

  • •The Governor can fire a board member if they are bad at their job, don't do their job, or are dishonest.
  • •Before firing, the Governor must tell the board member what they did wrong.
  • •The board member gets a chance to explain their side before being fired.

Example

A board member keeps missing important meetings and doesn't do their work.

The Governor can say, 'You're not doing your job,' and give the board member a chance to explain. If the explanation isn't good, the Governor can fire them.

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

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§ 19426 Governor Removal Of Board Members

The Governor may remove any board member for incompetence, neglect of duty or corruption upon first giving him a copy of the charges against him and an opportunity to be heard. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 1080.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

incompetenceneglect of dutycorruption

Related Statutes

  • § 19813 Commission Member Terms Appointments
  • § 6016.2 Board Member Removal Authority
  • § 1625 Dentistry Practice Definition
  • § 1625.1 Dental Services In Clinics
  • § 1625.2 Nonprofit Dental Service Exemption

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Business and Professions Code. Section 19426.
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