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HomeEducation CodeCh. 2Art. 4§ 35162 School District Legal Authority

§ 35162 School District Legal Authority

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§ 35162 School District Legal Authority

Key Takeaways

  • •The school district can be sued or sue others.
  • •The school district can own and sell property for school use.

Example

A school district buys land to build a new school.

The school district can own the land and use it for the school.

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

Official Source
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§ 35162 School District Legal Authority

In the name by which the district is designated the governing board may sue and be sued, and hold and convey property for the use and benefit of the school district. (Enacted by Stats. 1976, Ch. 1010.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

governing boardschool districtsue and be suedhold and convey property

Related Statutes

  • § 18130 School Library Service Agreements
  • § 18134 School District Library Agreements
  • § 18137 School Library Service Agreements
  • § 35160 School District Program Authority
  • § 35161 School Board Authority Delegation

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Education Code. Section 35162.
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