§ 19682 State Employee Violation Penalties

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•Breaking any rule in this chapter is a crime called a misdemeanor.
•If a state worker breaks these rules, their boss or the department can take action against them.
•The boss or a special officer can officially accuse the worker of breaking the rules.

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A state worker uses their work computer to steal money from the government.

This is breaking the rules in this chapter. The worker’s boss can file charges against them, and they could be punished for a misdemeanor.

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§ 19682 State Employee Violation Penalties

Every person who violates any provision of this chapter is guilty of a misdemeanor. In accordance with Section 19683, action may be taken by the appointing power, the department, or the executive officer of the board may file charges, against a state employee who violates any provisions of this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 427, Sec. 79. (AB 1062) Effective January 1, 2014.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

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misdemeanor state employee appointing power executive officer of the board

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California Legislature. Government Code. Section 19682.

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