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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 3Pt. 6Ch. 1Art. 1§ 15003 Deputy Director Appointment

§ 15003 Deputy Director Appointment

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§ 15003 Deputy Director Appointment

Key Takeaways

  • •There is a job called 'deputy director' in the Department of Justice.
  • •The Attorney General picks who gets this job.
  • •This job is special and doesn't follow the usual hiring rules for government jobs.

Example

Imagine your school principal gets to pick an assistant principal without following the usual hiring rules.

Just like that, the Attorney General can pick a deputy director without going through the normal hiring process for government jobs.

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

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§ 15003 Deputy Director Appointment

There is in the Department of Justice the office of deputy director. The deputy director shall be appointed by the Attorney General. The deputy director shall be a civil executive officer and shall be exempt from civil service. (Amended by Stats. 1971, Ch. 839.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

deputy directorAttorney Generalcivil executive officerexempt from civil service

Related Statutes

  • § 13008 Finance Director Appointment Authority
  • § 15000 Attorney General'S Department Authority
  • § 15001.2 Gambling Control Enforcement Process
  • § 15002.5 Department Of Justice Organization
  • § 19815.3 Director Appointment Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 15003.
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