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HomeGovernment CodeCh. 11.5Art. 1§ 75501 Definitions And Provisions

§ 75501 Definitions And Provisions

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§ 75501 Definitions And Provisions

Key Takeaways

  • •This part explains what certain words mean in this chapter of the law.
  • •If a word isn’t clear, this section helps figure out what it means.
  • •It was added in 1994 to make the law easier to understand.

Example

Imagine you’re reading a rulebook for a game, and it says, 'A 'player' means someone holding a controller.'

This law works the same way—it tells you what words mean so you don’t get confused.

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§ 75501 Definitions And Provisions

Unless the context otherwise requires, the definitions and general provisions set forth in this article govern the construction of this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1994, Ch. 879, Sec. 11. Effective September 27, 1994. Operative November 9, 1994, by Sec. 16 of Ch. 879.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

effective septemberoperative novemberconstruction

Related Statutes

  • § 75500 Judges Retirement System Ii
  • § 75508 Judge Survivor Beneficiary Designation
  • § 75506.8 Judge Military Service Contributions
  • § 75525 Retired Judges Insurance Deductions
  • § 75526 Felony Conviction Benefits Forfeiture

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 75501.
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