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HomeMilitary and Veterans CodeDiv. 2Pt. 1Ch. 3Art. 3§ 254 Enlisted Personnel Transfers Reductions

§ 254 Enlisted Personnel Transfers Reductions

Military and Veterans Code·California
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§ 254 Enlisted Personnel Transfers Reductions

This law says that soldiers can be moved to different groups or have their rank lowered if there's a good reason. It also says that if someone is kicked out of the military, the boss can cancel that decision if they haven't given the person their discharge papers yet.

Key Takeaways

  • •Soldiers can be moved to different groups or have their rank lowered if there's a good reason.
  • •If a soldier is kicked out, the boss can cancel that decision if the soldier hasn't gotten their discharge papers yet.
  • •The boss has to follow the rules when moving or lowering the rank of a soldier.

Example

A soldier gets in trouble and is moved to a different unit.

If a soldier does something wrong, their boss can move them to another group or lower their rank. But they have to follow the rules when they do this.

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

Official Source
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§ 254 Enlisted Personnel Transfers Reductions

Enlisted persons may be transferred to or from organizations or units. Noncommissioned officers may be reduced one or more grades upon good cause appearing therefor. In transferring or reducing an enlisted person or noncommissioned officer the procedure laid down in regulations for the National Guard shall be followed. An order discharging a member of the militia may be vacated by the Adjutant General for good cause; provided, a certificate or other evidence of discharge has not been delivered to the discharged member. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 118, Sec. 9. (SB 1501) Effective January 1, 2019.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

enlisted personsnoncommissioned officersgood causeNational GuardAdjutant General

Related Statutes

  • § 253 National Guard Appointments
  • § 211 Governor'S Military Reorganization Authority
  • § 250 Enlistment Qualification Requirements
  • § 252 National Guard Officer Appointments
  • § 255 State-Funded Guard Uniforms

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Military and Veterans Code. Section 254.
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