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HomeMilitary and Veterans CodeDiv. 2Pt. 1Ch. 3Art. 3§ 265 Deserter List Publication

§ 265 Deserter List Publication

Military and Veterans Code·California
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§ 265 Deserter List Publication

This law requires the Adjutant General to publish lists of people who have deserted the military in official orders when the Governor tells them to.

Key Takeaways

  • •Deserter lists are published by the Adjutant General.
  • •Publication happens only when the Governor directs it.
  • •The process is part of official military orders.

Example

A soldier leaves his unit without permission and later the military wants to announce his desertion publicly.

The Adjutant General must put the soldier's name on a public list in an official order whenever the Governor orders it.

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

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§ 265 Deserter List Publication

Lists of deserters shall be published by The Adjutant General in orders, from time to time as the Governor directs. (Enacted by Stats. 1935, Ch. 389.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

desertersThe Adjutant GeneralGovernor

Related Statutes

  • § 256 California National Guard Retirement
  • § 258 Emergency Retired Military Recall
  • § 267 Desertion Restoration Rules
  • § 211 Governor'S Military Reorganization Authority
  • § 220 Military Officer Appointments

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Military and Veterans Code. Section 265.
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