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HomeEducation CodeDiv. 4Pt. 27Ch. 7Art. 2§ 49111 Minor Work Permit Rules

§ 49111 Minor Work Permit Rules

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§ 49111 Minor Work Permit Rules

Key Takeaways

  • •Kids aged 12-17 can get a work permit to work during school holidays or vacations.
  • •They can also work if they are exempt from going to school (like homeschooling).
  • •The job must be allowed by law (no dangerous or illegal jobs).

Example

A 14-year-old wants to work at an ice cream shop during summer break.

They can get a work permit because it's summer vacation, and selling ice cream is a legal job for their age.

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

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§ 49111 Minor Work Permit Rules

A permit to work may be issued to any minor over the age of 12 years and under the age of 18 years to be employed on a regular school holiday, during the regular vacation of the public school, during such time as the minor is exempt from compulsory school attendance pursuant to Section 48231, and during the period of a specified occasional public school vacation in any of the establishments or occupations not otherwise prohibited by law. (Amended by Stats. 1977, Ch. 1221.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

schoolattendancevacation

Related Statutes

  • § 49120 Summer Work Permit Eligibility
  • § 42238.023 School Attendance Funding Adjustment
  • § 42238.75 School Audit Findings Withdrawn
  • § 42238.016 Employee Salary Data Collection System
  • § 42238.51 Charter School Attendance Calculation

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Education Code. Section 49111.
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