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HomeEducation CodeCh. 3Art. 7§ 18400 Library Trustee Authority Rules

§ 18400 Library Trustee Authority Rules

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§ 18400 Library Trustee Authority Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •The library board makes the rules for the library.
  • •They decide how to run the library and protect its stuff.
  • •Everyone who uses the library must follow these rules.

Example

A person keeps talking loudly on their phone in the library.

The library board can make a rule that says no loud talking on phones. If someone breaks this rule, the library can ask them to leave or stop using the phone.

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

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§ 18400 Library Trustee Authority Rules

The board of library trustees shall make and enforce all rules, regulations, and bylaws necessary for the administration, government, and protection of the library under its management, and all property belonging to the library. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

board of library trusteesrulesregulationsbylawsadministrationgovernmentprotectionlibrary

Related Statutes

  • § 19460 Library Trustee Authority Rules
  • § 19645 Library Board Rulemaking Authority
  • § 18919 Library Board Rulemaking Authority
  • § 19676 Museum Trustee Governance Rules
  • § 18322 Union High School Library Access

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Education Code. Section 18400.
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