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HomeWelfare and Institutions CodeDiv. 4Pt. 1Ch. 1§ 4004 State Hospital Director Authority

§ 4004 State Hospital Director Authority

Welfare and Institutions Code·California
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§ 4004 State Hospital Director Authority

Key Takeaways

  • •The person in charge of state hospitals is called the Director of State Hospitals.
  • •This director is the boss of the department that runs state hospitals.
  • •The law was updated in 2012 to make sure this rule is clear.

Example

Imagine a big hospital run by the state, like a public school but for health.

The Director of State Hospitals is like the principal—they make the big decisions and are in charge of everything.

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

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§ 4004 State Hospital Director Authority

The department is under the control of an executive officer known as the Director of State Hospitals. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 24, Sec. 65. (AB 1470) Effective June 27, 2012.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

directorhospitalthe california departmenteffective june

Related Statutes

  • § 4006 State Hospital Donation Acceptance
  • § 4105 Patton Hospital Road Easement
  • § 4110 Hospital Expenditure Approval Process
  • § 1752.05 Employee Disciplinary Matrix
  • § 1753 Department Facility Use Authority

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Welfare and Institutions Code. Section 4004.
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