§ 5763 Public Nuisance Removal Authority

Food and Agricultural Code·California

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•The boss (or their helper) can quickly clean up or get rid of things that are bad for the public.
•They can do whatever they think is needed to fix the problem.
•This includes removing or destroying the bad thing.

Example

There's a big pile of trash in a park that's attracting rats and making people sick.

The boss can decide to quickly clean up the trash or even remove it completely to keep people safe.

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§ 5763 Public Nuisance Removal Authority

The director, or the commissioner acting under the supervision and direction of the director, in a summary manner, may disinfect or take such other action, including removal or destruction, with reference to any such public nuisance, which he thinks is necessary. (Amended by Stats. 1967, Ch. 25.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

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nuisance director hazard commission health danger direction destruction

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Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 5763.

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