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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 104Pt. 3Ch. 4Art. 1§ 108115 Health Department Definition

§ 108115 Health Department Definition

Health and Safety Code·California
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§ 108115 Health Department Definition

This law defines what 'Department' means in other health laws—it refers to the State Department of Health Services.

Key Takeaways

  • •The word 'Department' in health laws always means the State Department of Health Services.
  • •This helps everyone know exactly who is in charge of health rules.

Example

When a new rule says the 'Department' must check restaurants for cleanliness.

It means the State Department of Health Services is the one doing the checks, not some other group.

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

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§ 108115 Health Department Definition

“Department” means the State Department of Health Services. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1996.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

DepartmentState Department of Health Services

Related Statutes

  • § 106770 Health Department Definition
  • § 101325 Local Health Enforcement Fee Authority
  • § 101330 Annual Fee Assessment List
  • § 101335 Assessment Collection On Tax Bills
  • § 101340 Special Assessment Tax Rules

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 108115.
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