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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 3Pt. 5Ch. 2Art. 2§ 14121 Emergency Property Damage Response

§ 14121 Emergency Property Damage Response

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§ 14121 Emergency Property Damage Response

Key Takeaways

  • •The government can fix or clean up damage to property if needed.
  • •They can do whatever work is necessary to stop or repair the damage.
  • •This rule has been around since 1945.

Example

A big storm knocks down trees and power lines in your neighborhood.

The government can send workers to remove the trees, fix the power lines, and clean up the mess to keep everyone safe.

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

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§ 14121 Emergency Property Damage Response

The department may perform any work required or take any remedial measures necessary to avert, alleviate, repair, or restore damage or destruction to property as provided in this article. (Added by Stats. 1945, Ch. 118.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

departmentremedial measuresdamage or destruction to property

Related Statutes

  • § 18682 Board Findings Upon Request
  • § 19823 Employee Innovation Awards
  • § 14971 Emergency Property Damage Response
  • § 11151 Department Office And Seal
  • § 11152 Department Work Organization Authority

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 14121.
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