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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 1Ch. 4Art. 2§ 23686 County Seat Relocation Notice

§ 23686 County Seat Relocation Notice

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§ 23686 County Seat Relocation Notice

Key Takeaways

  • •The law picks a new main town for the county.
  • •The new main town starts being the main town within 90 days after the vote.
  • •After the start date, the new town is officially the main town.

Example

People in a county vote to move the main town from Town A to Town B.

The law says Town B becomes the new main town within 90 days after the vote. After that date, all county offices and courts will be in Town B.

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

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§ 23686 County Seat Relocation Notice

The notice shall declare the place selected to be the county seat of the county from a day specified, not more than 90 days after the election. After the day named the place chosen is the county seat. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

the noticeelection

Related Statutes

  • § 1780 Special District Vacancy Filling
  • § 23681 County Seat Removal Petition
  • § 23682 Election Notice Requirements
  • § 23685 County Seat Removal Vote
  • § 23687 Election Results Certification

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 23686.
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