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HomeFinancial CodeDiv. 9Ch. 4Art. 1§ 22706 Witness Testimony Authority

§ 22706 Witness Testimony Authority

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§ 22706 Witness Testimony Authority

Key Takeaways

  • •The boss (commissioner) can make people come and talk if they know something about a business or problem being checked.
  • •These people must tell the truth, like in a serious promise (under oath).
  • •This is for when the boss is looking into a business or a problem to make sure things are fair and right.

Example

If someone says a toy store is selling broken toys and hurting kids, the boss can call the store owner and workers to ask questions.

The boss can make them come and answer truthfully to figure out what’s really happening with the toys.

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

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§ 22706 Witness Testimony Authority

The commissioner may require the attendance of witnesses and examine under oath all persons whose testimony relates to activities and businesses regulated by this division or to the subject matter of any examination, investigation, or hearing. (Amended by Stats. 2020, Ch. 160, Sec. 1. (AB 2559) Effective January 1, 2021.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

commissionerattendance of witnessesexamine under oathactivities and businesses regulatedexaminationinvestigationhearing

Related Statutes

  • § 18354 Witness Testimony In Examinations
  • § 12307 Witness Testimony Requirements
  • § 17601 Escrow Agent Investigations
  • § 22710 License Suspension Authority
  • § 30701 Evidence Production Procedures

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Financial Code. Section 22706.
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