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HomeCorporations CodeCh. 5§ 29543 Commissioner Referral Criminal Proceedings

§ 29543 Commissioner Referral Criminal Proceedings

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§ 29543 Commissioner Referral Criminal Proceedings

Key Takeaways

  • •If someone breaks this law, the boss (commissioner) can tell the cops or a lawyer about it.
  • •The cops or lawyer can then decide to punish the person who broke the law.
  • •The boss and their team can help the cops or lawyer in court if needed.

Example

A store owner sells bad food that makes people sick, even after being told to stop.

The boss (commissioner) finds out and tells the lawyer (district attorney). The lawyer can then take the store owner to court. The boss and their team can help explain the rules in court.

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

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§ 29543 Commissioner Referral Criminal Proceedings

The commissioner may refer the evidence that is available concerning any violation of this law, or of any rule or order under this law, to the Attorney General or the district attorney of the county in which the violation occurred, who may, with or without such a reference, institute appropriate criminal proceedings under this law. The commissioner and the commissioner’s counsel, deputies, or assistants may, upon request of the Attorney General or the district attorney, assist the prosecutor in presenting the law or facts at the trial. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 969, Sec. 2.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

commissionerAttorney Generaldistrict attorneycriminal proceedings

Related Statutes

  • § 25533 Commissioner Referral To Prosecutors
  • § 28107 Criminal Referral Authority
  • § 31404 Commissioner Referral To Prosecutors
  • § 25141 Commissioner Escrow Security Conditions
  • § 25143 Postponement Or Suspension Of Qualifications

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Corporations Code. Section 29543.
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