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HomeMilitary and Veterans CodeDiv. 2Pt. 1Ch. 2Art. 1§ 121 Militia Membership Requirements

§ 121 Militia Membership Requirements

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§ 121 Militia Membership Requirements

This law says the unorganized militia is everyone who could be called to serve in a militia, except people who are already in the National Guard, State Guard, or Naval Militia.

Key Takeaways

  • •All people who could be called for militia service are in the unorganized militia.
  • •People already in the National Guard, State Guard, or Naval Militia are NOT counted in the unorganized militia.
  • •The rule simply defines who is included and who is excluded.

Example

John lives in the state, is not in the National Guard, State Guard, or Naval Militia, and is old enough to be drafted if needed.

Because John meets the basic eligibility and isn’t in any of the listed groups, the law counts him as part of the unorganized militia.

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

Official Source
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§ 121 Militia Membership Requirements

The unorganized militia consists of all persons liable to service in the militia, but not members of the National Guard, the State Guard, or the Naval Militia. (Amended by Stats. 2020, Ch. 97, Sec. 15. (AB 2193) Effective January 1, 2021.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

unorganized militiaNational GuardState GuardNaval Militia

Related Statutes

  • § 120 State Militia Composition
  • § 127 Governor'S Military Command Authority
  • § 642.5 Military Service Memorial Medal
  • § 643.1 National Guard Commendation Medal
  • § 649 Adjutant General Authority

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Military and Veterans Code. Section 121.
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