§ 12160 Secretary Of State Duties

Government Code·California

AI SummaryVerified

Key Takeaways

•The Secretary of State keeps the original Constitution safe.
•They also keep all laws and decisions made by the Legislature.
•They hold the official records of what happens in the Legislature.
•They take care of the Great Seal and other important documents.

Example

If the Legislature passes a new law about schools,

the Secretary of State keeps the official copy of that law safe in their office.

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

Official Source

View on CA.gov

§ 12160 Secretary Of State Duties

The Secretary of State is charged with custody of: (a) The enrolled copy of the Constitution. (b) All acts and resolutions passed by the Legislature. (c) The Journals of the Legislature. (d) The Great Seal. (e) All books, records, deeds, parchments, maps, and papers, kept or deposited in the Secretary of State’s office pursuant to law. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 50, Sec. 37. (AB 378) Effective January 1, 2022.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

Secretary of State custody enrolled copy of the Constitution acts and resolutions Journals of the Legislature Great Seal books, records, deeds, parchments, maps, and papers

References

Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Government Code. Section 12160.

Key Takeaways

Example

Key Terms

Related Statutes

References

Key Takeaways

Example

Key Terms

Related Statutes

References