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HomeEducation CodeDiv. 4Pt. 27Ch. 8Art. 3§ 49330 School Injurious Objects Definition

§ 49330 School Injurious Objects Definition

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§ 49330 School Injurious Objects Definition

Key Takeaways

  • •An 'injurious object' is something that can hurt someone, like a knife or a gun.
  • •These objects are not allowed at school unless they are needed for a class or school activity.
  • •Normal things kids have, like clothes or personal items, are not considered 'injurious objects'.

Example

A student brings a pocketknife to school to show their friends.

The pocketknife is considered an 'injurious object' because it can hurt someone. Since it's not needed for a class or school activity, the student could get in trouble for bringing it to school.

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

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§ 49330 School Injurious Objects Definition

(a) (1) As used in this article “injurious object” shall mean those objects specified in the following sections: (A) Section 16250 of the Penal Code. (B) Subdivisions (a) to (d), inclusive of Section 16520 of the Penal Code. (C) Section 16590 of the Penal Code. (D) Section 16880 of the Penal Code. (E) Section 17235 of the Penal Code. (F) Section 17240 of the Penal Code. (G) Section 17250 of the Penal Code. (2) As used in this article, “injurious object” shall also mean objects capable of inflicting substantial bodily damage, not necessary for the academic purpose of the pupil. (b) As used in this section, “academic purpose” means any school sponsored activity or class of instruction scheduled during the schoolday. (c) “Injurious object” does not include any personal possessions or items of apparel which a schoolage child reasonably may be expected either to have in his or her possession or to wear. (Amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 285, Sec. 5. (AB 1402) Effective January 1, 2012.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

penal codeinjurious objectstudentpossessiondangeracademicschoolin california

Related Statutes

  • § 49331 School Employee Weapon Seizure
  • § 49333 Student Weapon Return Policy
  • § 49334 Employee Immunity For Reporting
  • § 49335 Pupil Whistleblower Protection System
  • § 94812 Academic Year Definition

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Education Code. Section 49330.
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