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HomeWelfare and Institutions CodeDiv. 4.1Pt. 2Ch. 3§ 4480 State Hospital Officer Definitions

§ 4480 State Hospital Officer Definitions

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§ 4480 State Hospital Officer Definitions

Key Takeaways

  • •This law defines who counts as an 'officer' in a state hospital.
  • •The officers are: the clinical director, the hospital administrator, and the hospital director.
  • •These are the main people in charge at the hospital.

Example

If someone asks who is in charge at a state hospital, this law tells you who those people are.

The law says the clinical director, hospital administrator, and hospital director are the officers, meaning they are the main bosses at the hospital.

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

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§ 4480 State Hospital Officer Definitions

As used in this article, “officers” of a state hospital means: (a) Clinical director. (b) Hospital administrator. (c) Hospital director. (Added by Stats. 1977, Ch. 1252.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

officershospitaldirectorin california

Related Statutes

  • § 4300 State Hospital Officer Definitions
  • § 4302 Hospital Employee Staffing Authority
  • § 4305 State Hospital Medical Director
  • § 4306 Hospital Administrator Duties
  • § 4309 Hospital Director Responsibilities

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Welfare and Institutions Code. Section 4480.
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