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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 5Pt. 2Ch. 2Art. 2§ 18679 Board As Department Head

§ 18679 Board As Department Head

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§ 18679 Board As Department Head

Key Takeaways

  • •The board or someone they pick can run hearings or investigations.
  • •These people are in charge, like a boss of a department.
  • •They have the power to make decisions in their area.

Example

If there's a problem at work, like someone not following the rules, the board can look into it.

The board or someone they choose can investigate the problem and make decisions, just like a boss would.

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

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§ 18679 Board As Department Head

The board and any person authorized by it to conduct a hearing or investigation is the head of a department within the meaning of Article 2, Chapter 2, Part 1, Division 3, Title 2. (Added by Stats. 1945, Ch. 123.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

boardhead of a departmentArticle 2, Chapter 2, Part 1, Division 3, Title 2Stats. 1945, Ch. 123

Related Statutes

  • § 18670 Board Enforcement Investigations
  • § 18671.2 Hearing Office Cost Recovery
  • § 18680 Cumulative Remedies For Subpoenas
  • § 18681 Employee Dispute Settlement Approval
  • § 18682 Board Findings Upon Request

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 18679.
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