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HomeMilitary and Veterans CodeDiv. 2Pt. 1Ch. 4§ 293 Naval Militia Officer Appointments

§ 293 Naval Militia Officer Appointments

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§ 293 Naval Militia Officer Appointments

This law says that when a position in the Naval Militia becomes empty, the commanding officer suggests up to three people, the Adjutant General picks one after testing them, and that person is then recommended to the Governor to become an officer.

Key Takeaways

  • •Vacancies are filled by a recommendation process, not by automatic promotion.
  • •Only up to three candidates are considered.
  • •The highest‑scoring candidate after testing is sent to the Governor for appointment.

Example

A spot opens up for a ship officer in the Naval Militia.

The current officer's boss lists three possible replacements, the Adjutant General runs a test, picks the top scorer, and then asks the Governor to appoint that person to the new role.

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§ 293 Naval Militia Officer Appointments

When vacancies occur in the commissioned personnel, the commanding officer of the Naval Militia shall recommend not to exceed three candidates to The Adjutant General who shall cause such candidates to be examined. The candidate receiving the highest rating in such examination shall be recommended by The Adjutant General to the Governor for commission. (Enacted by Stats. 1935, Ch. 389.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

commissioned personnelcommanding officerNaval MilitiaThe Adjutant GeneralGovernor

Related Statutes

  • § 288 Naval Militia Officer Selection
  • § 300 Naval Militia Courts-Martial
  • § 282 Naval Militia Location Authority
  • § 285 Naval Militia Organization
  • § 286 Naval Militia Battalion Organization

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Military and Veterans Code. Section 293.
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