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HomeFish and Game CodeDiv. 11Ch. 2§ 14101 Commissioner Terms And Removal

§ 14101 Commissioner Terms And Removal

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§ 14101 Commissioner Terms And Removal

This law says a commissioner works for four years, can be removed by the Governor after a hearing, and any empty spots are filled the same way as a full appointment.

Key Takeaways

  • •Each commissioner serves a four‑year term.
  • •The Governor can remove a commissioner after charges and a hearing.
  • •If a commissioner leaves early, a replacement is appointed to finish the remaining time.

Example

A commissioner is accused of breaking the rules, so the Governor holds a hearing and decides to remove them.

Because the law lets the Governor fire a commissioner after a hearing, the commissioner leaves office early and a new one is chosen to finish the rest of the four‑year term.

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

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§ 14101 Commissioner Terms And Removal

The term of each commissioner shall be four years. A commissioner shall hold office until his successor shall be appointed and qualified but such successor’s term shall expire four years from the legal date of expiration of the term of his predecessor. Any commissioner may be removed from office by the Governor upon charges and after a hearing. The term of any commissioner who ceases to hold the qualifications required shall terminate when a successor may be duly appointed. Vacancies occurring in the office of a commissioner from any reason or cause shall be filled for the unexpired term in the same manner as for a full term appointment. (Enacted by Stats. 1957, Ch. 456.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

commissionerfour-year termGovernorvacancies

Related Statutes

  • § 14102 Commissioner Compensation And Expenses
  • § 14105 Governor Signature Recital
  • § 10770 Fish And Game Refuge
  • § 10771 San Francisco Fish Refuge Boundaries
  • § 10801 Pacific Grove Fish Refuge

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Fish and Game Code. Section 14101.
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