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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 5Pt. 2Ch. 2Art. 2§ 18670 Board Enforcement Investigations

§ 18670 Board Enforcement Investigations

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§ 18670 Board Enforcement Investigations

Key Takeaways

  • •The board can check workplaces to make sure they follow the rules.
  • •They can hold meetings to look into problems or complaints.
  • •The Governor, lawmakers, or any worker can ask them to investigate.
  • •They make sure workplaces follow the law and the rules they set.

Example

A worker thinks their boss is not following safety rules at work.

The worker can ask the board to check their workplace. The board will look into it and make sure the boss is following the rules.

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

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§ 18670 Board Enforcement Investigations

The board may hold hearings and make investigations concerning all matters relating to the enforcement and effect of this part and rules prescribed under this part and under Section 3254.6. It may inspect any state institution, office, or other place of employment affected by this part to ascertain whether this part and the board rules are obeyed. The board shall make investigations and hold hearings at the direction of the Governor or the Legislature or upon the petition of an employee or a citizen concerning the enforcement and effect of this part and to enforce the observance of Article VII of the Constitution and of this part and the rules made under this part. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 722, Sec. 4. (SB 206) Effective January 1, 2022.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

boardhearingsinvestigationsenforcementSection 3254.6Article VII of the Constitution

Related Statutes

  • § 18675 Hearings Investigations Procedures
  • § 11180 Department Investigations And Prosecutions
  • § 11187 Witness Subpoena Enforcement
  • § 18671.2 Hearing Office Cost Recovery
  • § 18679 Board As Department Head

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 18670.
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