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HomeWater CodeDiv. 6Pt. 2.6Ch. 2§ 10611 Definition Scope And Application

§ 10611 Definition Scope And Application

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§ 10611 Definition Scope And Application

This law says that the words and definitions in this chapter should be used to understand the rest of this part of the law, unless something else makes it clear to do otherwise.

Key Takeaways

  • •This law is about using definitions from this chapter to understand other laws in this part.
  • •If a word is defined here, use that definition unless it's clear something else is meant.
  • •It helps make sure everyone understands the laws the same way.

Example

Imagine you're reading a rulebook for a game. The rulebook has a section that explains what certain words mean. This law is like saying you should use those explanations to understand the rest of the rules, unless the rules themselves tell you to do something different.

If a word is defined in this chapter, you should use that definition to understand the rest of the laws in this part, unless it's clear that the word means something else in a specific situation.

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

Official Source
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§ 10611 Definition Scope And Application

Unless the context otherwise requires, the definitions of this chapter govern the construction of this part. (Added by Stats. 1983, Ch. 1009, Sec. 1.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

definitionsconstructioncontext otherwise requires

Related Statutes

  • § 10810 Statutory Definitions Scope
  • § 10532 Statutory Definitions Scope
  • § 6000 Definitions For Construction Terms
  • § 10608.12 Water Use Definitions
  • § 1260 Water Permit Application Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 10611.
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