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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 4Ch. 1Art. 1§ 1000 Executive Officer Classification

§ 1000 Executive Officer Classification

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§ 1000 Executive Officer Classification

Key Takeaways

  • •There are two main types of leaders in the government: civil and military.
  • •Civil leaders handle regular government jobs, like running schools or cities.
  • •Military leaders are in charge of the army, navy, and other defense forces.

Example

A mayor is in charge of a city, while a general is in charge of soldiers.

The mayor is a civil leader because they manage the city. The general is a military leader because they lead the army.

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

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§ 1000 Executive Officer Classification

Executive officers are either: (a) Civil. (b) Military. (Enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

CivilMilitary

Related Statutes

  • § 100 State Sovereignty And Process
  • § 1001 State Executive Officers List
  • § 10200 Legislative Counsel Bureau
  • § 10201 Legislative Counsel Selection
  • § 10202 Legislative Counsel Vacancy Selection

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 1000.
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