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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 9Pt. 2Ch. 3Art. 1§ 22403 Board Member Oath Requirement

§ 22403 Board Member Oath Requirement

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§ 22403 Board Member Oath Requirement

Key Takeaways

  • •If you get picked or chosen to be on the board, you have to promise to do your job honestly within 30 days.
  • •You must write down this promise (called an oath) and give it to the clerk of the main county office.
  • •If you don’t do this in 30 days, you can’t be on the board.

Example

Imagine you get elected to your town’s school board.

You have 30 days to sign a paper saying you’ll do your job honestly and turn it in to the county clerk. If you don’t, you can’t be on the school board.

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

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§ 22403 Board Member Oath Requirement

Within 30 days after notice of election or appointment each member of the board shall qualify by taking the official oath of office and filing it with the clerk of the principal county. (Added by Stats. 1953, Ch. 151.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

boardofficial oath of officeclerk of the principal county

Related Statutes

  • § 106021 Board Bylaws Adoption
  • § 22406 Director Vacancy Appointment
  • § 22408 District Board First Meeting
  • § 22409 Board Meeting Procedures
  • § 100030 Santa Clara Transportation Authority

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 22403.
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