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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 1Pt. 1Ch. 4Art. 1§ 702 Public Utility Compliance Orders

§ 702 Public Utility Compliance Orders

Public Utilities Code·California
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§ 702 Public Utility Compliance Orders

Key Takeaways

  • •Public utilities (like water, electricity, or gas companies) must follow all rules and orders from the commission.
  • •These companies must make sure all their workers and bosses follow these rules too.
  • •The rules cover anything related to how the company does its job as a public utility.

Example

A power company ignores safety rules set by the commission and doesn’t fix old power lines.

The power company must follow the commission’s safety rules and fix the power lines. If they don’t, they’re breaking the law.

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

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§ 702 Public Utility Compliance Orders

Every public utility shall obey and comply with every order, decision, direction, or rule made or prescribed by the commission in the matters specified in this part, or any other matter in any way relating to or affecting its business as a public utility, and shall do everything necessary or proper to secure compliance therewith by all of its officers, agents, and employees. (Enacted by Stats. 1951, Ch. 764.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

compliancecommissionemployeetheir businessutilitydirection

Related Statutes

  • § 708 Employee Identification Cards
  • § 701 Public Utility Regulation Authority
  • § 701.6 Mobilehome Energy Efficiency Programs
  • § 712.7 Diablo Canyon Mitigation Funding
  • § 738.6 Utility Air Pollution Costs

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 702.
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