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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 104Pt. 5Ch. 3§ 110255 Guarantee Requirement Before Reporting

§ 110255 Guarantee Requirement Before Reporting

Health and Safety Code·California
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§ 110255 Guarantee Requirement Before Reporting

This law says that if someone is accused of breaking a rule, the person complaining must show proof (called a 'guarantee') before telling the police or lawyers about it.

Key Takeaways

  • •You need proof before reporting someone for breaking a rule.
  • •The proof can be general or special, but it must exist.
  • •This applies to things like complaining to the police or lawyers.

Example

Your neighbor says you broke a rule by building a fence too high.

Before they can tell the police, they must show proof (like a paper saying the fence is too high).

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

Official Source
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§ 110255 Guarantee Requirement Before Reporting

A guarantee may be either a general guarantee or a special guarantee and shall be produced prior to the time of reporting an alleged violation to the Attorney General, the district attorney, or a city attorney for prosecution. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1996.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

general guaranteespecial guaranteeAttorney Generaldistrict attorneycity attorney

Related Statutes

  • § 110265 Special Guarantee Invoice Requirements
  • § 117830 Local Medical Waste Enforcement
  • § 111840 Enforcement Of Violations
  • § 112250 Enforcement And Pre-Prosecution Notice
  • § 115210 Local Health Code Enforcement

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 110255.
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