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HomeElections CodeDiv. 11Ch. 3Art. 1§ 11200 Local Officer Recall Rules

§ 11200 Local Officer Recall Rules

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§ 11200 Local Officer Recall Rules

This law says that the rules in this chapter are used when a local officer is being recalled.

Key Takeaways

  • •The chapter’s rules apply specifically to recalls of local officers.
  • •Any recall process for a city, town, or county official must follow this chapter.
  • •The law does not create new recall rules; it just says the chapter’s existing rules are used.

Example

A small town holds a vote to remove its mayor from office before the end of the term.

Because the mayor is a local officer, the procedures in this chapter would be followed for that recall.

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

Official Source
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§ 11200 Local Officer Recall Rules

This chapter shall apply to the recall of local officers. (Enacted by Stats. 1994, Ch. 920, Sec. 2.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

recalllocal officers

Related Statutes

  • § 11201 Recall Officer Duties Transfer
  • § 11221 Recall Signature Requirements
  • § 11241 Recall Election Date Setting
  • § 12200 Jurisdictional Applicability Rules
  • § 13200 Ballot Printing Compliance

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Elections Code. Section 11200.
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