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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 10Pt. 10Ch. 10§ 98401 District Dissolution Election

§ 98401 District Dissolution Election

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§ 98401 District Dissolution Election

Key Takeaways

  • •If people want to close down a special district (like a water or school district), they can ask for a vote.
  • •The vote must happen at least 74 days after the request is made.
  • •The vote will be on the next regular election day that’s at least 74 days away.

Example

A group of people in a small town don’t like how their local water district is run. They collect signatures and ask for a vote to shut it down.

The vote won’t happen right away. It has to wait at least 74 days and will be on the next normal election day (like a regular Tuesday election).

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

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§ 98401 District Dissolution Election

The election for the purpose of submitting to the voters of the district the question of whether or not the district shall be dissolved shall be held on the next established election date not less than 74 days next succeeding the date on which the petition is filed. (Amended by Stats. 1973, Ch. 1146.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

electionquestionpetition

Related Statutes

  • § 92000 District Dissolution Elections
  • § 92001 District Dissolution Election
  • § 97001 District Dissolution Election Timeline
  • § 98400 District Dissolution Elections
  • § 92002 Dissolution Election Notice Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 98401.
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