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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 4Ch. 7Art. 1§ 3001 Public Official Intoxication Penalty

§ 3001 Public Official Intoxication Penalty

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§ 3001 Public Official Intoxication Penalty

Key Takeaways

  • •If a government worker (like a cop, mayor, or teacher) is drunk while working, they break the law.
  • •If they are too drunk to do their job or skip their job because of drinking, they break the law.
  • •If they are found guilty, they lose their job, just like if they quit.

Example

A police officer drinks beer at lunch and then goes back to work.

If the officer is too drunk to do their job, like pulling over drivers safely, they can be arrested. If found guilty, they will lose their job as a police officer.

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

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§ 3001 Public Official Intoxication Penalty

Any State, county, or city officer who is intoxicated while in discharge of the duties of his office, or by reason of intoxication is disqualified for the discharge of, or neglects his duties, is guilty of a misdemeanor. On conviction of such misdemeanor he forfeits his office, and the vacancy occasioned thereby shall be filled in the same manner as if the officer had filed his resignation in the proper office. (Enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

convictioncrimetoxicmisdemeanorany statepositionresignation

Related Statutes

  • § 19996.1 Civil Service Resignation Rules
  • § 3000 Public Officer Crime Forfeiture
  • § 3002 Governor'S Removal Authority
  • § 3003 Stolen Valor Office Forfeiture
  • § 12975 Interfering With Discrimination Enforcement

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 3001.
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