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HomeMilitary and Veterans CodeDiv. 2Pt. 1Ch. 2Art. 3§ 166 Adjutant General Succession

§ 166 Adjutant General Succession

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§ 166 Adjutant General Succession

This law says that if the Adjutant General can't do their job, the Deputy or another officer they pick will take over, and if those people also can't, the Governor can choose a National Guard officer to step in.

Key Takeaways

  • •If the Adjutant General can't work, the Deputy or a designated officer steps in.
  • •If those officers also can't work, the Governor can assign a National Guard officer.
  • •The rule creates a clear backup plan so the job is always covered.

Example

The Adjutant General gets sick and can't work, and the Deputy Adjutant General is on vacation at the same time.

First, the Deputy Adjutant General would normally take over, but because they're also unavailable, the Governor can pick a National Guard officer to run the duties until someone is back.

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

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§ 166 Adjutant General Succession

In the event of the absence of the Adjutant General or of their inability to perform their duties, the Deputy Adjutant General or other officer designated by the Adjutant General shall perform the duties of the Adjutant General. If those officers are absent or unable to perform their duties, the Governor may detail a National Guard officer to perform those duties. (Amended by Stats. 2024, Ch. 129, Sec. 14. (SB 1097) Effective January 1, 2025.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

Adjutant GeneralDeputy Adjutant GeneralGovernorNational Guard officer

Related Statutes

  • § 160 Adjutant General'S Authority
  • § 163 Adjutant General Duties
  • § 172 Military Department Quadrennial Report
  • § 123 Militia Enrollment Orders
  • § 148 Military Rules Conformity

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Military and Veterans Code. Section 166.
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