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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 4Ch. 1Art. 4.7§ 1125 Local Agency Definition

§ 1125 Local Agency Definition

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§ 1125 Local Agency Definition

Key Takeaways

  • •This law defines what a 'local agency' means.
  • •A 'local agency' can be a county, city, or any small government group.
  • •It helps other laws know who they are talking about when they say 'local agency'.

Example

Your city wants to build a new park.

The city is a 'local agency' under this law, so rules about parks apply to them.

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

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§ 1125 Local Agency Definition

“Local agency,” as used in this article, means a county, city, city and county, political subdivision, district, or municipal corporation. (Added by Stats. 1971, Ch. 633.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

Local agencycountycitycity and countypolitical subdivisiondistrictmunicipal corporation

Related Statutes

  • § 1101 Public Body Definition
  • § 19810 Local Agency Definition
  • § 20056 Public Agency Definition
  • § 17518 Local Agency Definition
  • § 1126 Local Official Conflict Rules

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 1125.
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