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HomeHarbors and Navigation CodeDiv. 1Ch. 1§ 30 Statutory Construction Rules

§ 30 Statutory Construction Rules

Harbors and Navigation Code·California
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§ 30 Statutory Construction Rules

This law says that the general rules and definitions in the chapter are used to understand this part, unless something else in the context says otherwise.

Key Takeaways

  • •The chapter’s general provisions apply to this division.
  • •They help interpret the division’s rules.
  • •They can be overridden if the context clearly says something different.

Example

A company is trying to figure out what "employee" means in a specific rule of this division.

They will first look at the chapter’s general definition of "employee" to decide, unless the division itself gives a different meaning for that word.

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

Official Source
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§ 30 Statutory Construction Rules

Unless the context otherwise requires, the general provisions and definitions in this chapter govern the construction of this division. (Added by Stats. 1966, 1st Ex. Sess., Ch. 61.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

general provisionsdefinitionsconstructiondivision

Related Statutes

  • § 1691 Definition Of Terms
  • § 1116 Vessel Definition Scope
  • § 4002 Wharf Construction Application Requirements
  • § 1100 Monterey Bay Pilotage Regulation
  • § 1101 Maritime Pilot Safety Standards

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Harbors and Navigation Code. Section 30.
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