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HomeWelfare and Institutions CodeDiv. 9Pt. 5Ch. 1§ 17002 County Almshouses And Farms

§ 17002 County Almshouses And Farms

Welfare and Institutions Code·California
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§ 17002 County Almshouses And Farms

Key Takeaways

  • •County leaders can create places like almshouses (shelters for poor people) and county farms.
  • •They can make rules for how these places are run.
  • •They can hire and fire people to work there.

Example

A county decides to open a shelter for homeless people.

The county leaders can make rules like what time people must be inside and who can stay there. They can also hire workers to manage the shelter and fire them if needed.

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

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§ 17002 County Almshouses And Farms

The boards of supervisors may establish almshouses and county farms, prescribe rules and regulations for their government and management, and appoint the necessary officers and employees thereof, who shall hold office during the pleasure of the board. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

employeeregulationcounty boardsmanagement

Related Statutes

  • § 4449 State Hospital Oversight Rules
  • § 1766.5 Youth Authority Grievance System
  • § 4008 Department Travel Expense Rules
  • § 4101 State Hospital Uniform Rules
  • § 4109 State Hospital Oversight Duties

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Welfare and Institutions Code. Section 17002.
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