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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 2Pt. 1Ch. 2Art. 3.5§ 53263 Local Agency Definition

§ 53263 Local Agency Definition

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§ 53263 Local Agency Definition

Key Takeaways

  • •This law defines what a 'local agency' is in California.
  • •A 'local agency' includes counties, cities, school districts, and other public groups.
  • •It helps decide which rules apply to these local groups.

Example

Your city wants to build a new park.

Because your city is a 'local agency' under this law, it must follow certain state rules when building the park.

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

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§ 53263 Local Agency Definition

For purposes of this article, “local agency” means any general law county, general law city, and any district, school district, community college district, municipal or public corporation, political subdivision, or public agency of the state, or any instrumentality of any one or more of these agencies. (Added by Stats. 1992, Ch. 962, Sec. 6. Effective September 28, 1992.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

local agencycorporationschoolcommunityin californiaeffective septemberdefinitioninstrumentality

Related Statutes

  • § 53215 Local Agency Definition
  • § 53247 Local Agency Definition
  • § 22970.175 Public Employer Definition
  • § 7920.510 Local Agency Definitions
  • § 53820 Local Agency Definitions

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 53263.
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