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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 5Pt. 2Ch. 10Art. 1§ 19681 Exam Fraud Prohibitions

§ 19681 Exam Fraud Prohibitions

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§ 19681 Exam Fraud Prohibitions

Key Takeaways

  • •You can't lie about who you are when taking a test or applying for one.
  • •You can't steal or use test questions unless you're allowed to.
  • •You can't trick someone into giving up their rights related to the test.

Example

A student sneaks a copy of the final exam from the teacher's desk before the test day.

This is breaking the law because the student took the test questions without permission and used them to prepare, which is not allowed.

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

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§ 19681 Exam Fraud Prohibitions

It is unlawful for any person: (a) To practice any deception or fraud with regard to his identity in connection with any examination, application, or request to be examined. (b) To obtain examination questions or other examination material except by specific authorization either before, during, or after an examination or use or purport to use any such examination questions or materials for the purpose of instructing or coaching or preparing candidates for examinations. (c) To use any unfair means to cause or attempt to cause any eligible to waive any rights obtained under this part. (Amended by Stats. 1953, Ch. 431.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

deception or fraudexamination questions or other examination materialunfair meanswaive any rights

Related Statutes

  • § 11850 Fiscal Act Overview
  • § 11852 Financial System Definitions
  • § 11854 State Financial System Modernization
  • § 19680 Examination Fraud Prohibited
  • § 19682 State Employee Violation Penalties

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 19681.
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