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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 5Ch. 1Art. 4§ 45081 Emergency Appointee Status Limits

§ 45081 Emergency Appointee Status Limits

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§ 45081 Emergency Appointee Status Limits

Key Takeaways

  • •Emergency workers hired quickly don't get permanent jobs just because they helped in an emergency.
  • •They don't get the same job protection as regular workers.
  • •Their job is temporary and only for the emergency.

Example

A big storm hits a town and knocks out power. The city hires extra people to help fix the power lines fast.

These extra workers are only hired to help during the storm. Once the storm is over and the power is back, they don't automatically get to keep their jobs. They were only there to help with the emergency.

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

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§ 45081 Emergency Appointee Status Limits

An emergency appointee does not acquire civil service or other permanent status because of the emergency appointment. (Added by Stats. 1949, Ch. 79.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

emergencyif someoneprotectionappointment

Related Statutes

  • § 29086 General Reserve Budget Rules
  • § 29089 County Budget Adoption Requirements
  • § 45080 Emergency War Employment Exemptions
  • § 45083 War And Emergency Definition
  • § 50084.5 Local Official Family Benefits Ban

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 45081.
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