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HomeMilitary and Veterans CodeDiv. 2Pt. 1Ch. 3Art. 2§ 236 Military Absence Discharge Rules

§ 236 Military Absence Discharge Rules

Military and Veterans Code·California
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§ 236 Military Absence Discharge Rules

This law says that if a military officer is missing without permission for 3 months, they can be let go with a decent record.

Key Takeaways

  • •If an officer is missing for 3 months without permission, they can be discharged.
  • •The discharge will be under honorable conditions, meaning it won't be a bad record.
  • •The Governor has to approve this discharge.

Example

A soldier leaves their post without telling anyone and doesn't come back for 3 months.

The military can then let them go, but they won't get a bad record for it.

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

Official Source
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§ 236 Military Absence Discharge Rules

An officer absent without leave for a period of three months shall, with the approval of the Governor, be discharged. Such discharge shall be a general discharge under honorable conditions. (Amended by Stats. 1953, Ch. 193.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

absent without leavegeneral discharge under honorable conditions

Related Statutes

  • § 232.5 Military Officer Transfer Rules
  • § 233 Officer Resignation Restrictions
  • § 261 Military Discharge Procedures
  • § 220 Military Officer Appointments
  • § 221 National Guard Officer Oaths

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Military and Veterans Code. Section 236.
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