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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 2Pt. 1Ch. 1.5Art. 3§ 9051 Legislative Session Disruption

§ 9051 Legislative Session Disruption

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§ 9051 Legislative Session Disruption

Key Takeaways

  • •Don't cause trouble or make loud noises while the Legislature is working.
  • •If you act in a way that disrupts the Legislature's meeting, you can get in trouble.
  • •This includes doing anything rude or disorderly right in front of them while they are in session.

Example

Someone shouts and throws papers during a Legislature meeting.

This person is breaking the law because they are disturbing the meeting and not letting the Legislature do its job.

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

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§ 9051 Legislative Session Disruption

Every person who wilfully disturbs the Legislature, or either of the houses composing it, while in session, or who commits any disorderly conduct in the immediate view and presence of either house tending to interrupt its proceedings or impair the respect due to its authority is guilty of a misdemeanor. (Enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

crimemisdemeanorlegislaturefineauthoritypresence

Related Statutes

  • § 9053.5 Fake Legislative Document Ban
  • § 9055 Legislator Crime Forfeiture Rule
  • § 9056 Bribing To Block Legislation
  • § 9149.33 Legislative Whistleblower Protection
  • § 65033 Public Planning Participation Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 9051.
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