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HomeFamily CodeDiv. 17Ch. 1Art. 2§ 17204 Department Division Structure

§ 17204 Department Division Structure

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§ 17204 Department Division Structure

This law says the boss of a department can create smaller teams or groups to help do the work.

Key Takeaways

  • •The director is in charge of the department.
  • •The director can create smaller groups to help manage the work.
  • •This helps keep things organized and running well.

Example

Imagine a big school where the principal decides to make separate teams for sports, music, and science to keep things organized.

The principal (like the director) can create these teams to make sure everything runs smoothly.

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

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§ 17204 Department Division Structure

The department consists of the director and such division or other administrative units as the director may find necessary. (Added by Stats. 1999, Ch. 478, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2000.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

departmentdirectordivisionadministrative units

Related Statutes

  • § 17316 Director Conflict Restrictions
  • § 17200 Child Support Services Department
  • § 17202 Department Child Support Administration
  • § 17206 Child Support Department Staffing
  • § 17208 Child Support Cost Reduction

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Family Code. Section 17204.
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