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HomeVehicle CodeDiv. 2Ch. 2Art. 1§ 2100 Highway Patrol Department Establishment

§ 2100 Highway Patrol Department Establishment

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§ 2100 Highway Patrol Department Establishment

This law says there is a special police group called the California Highway Patrol that works under the Transportation Agency.

Key Takeaways

  • •There is a police group called the California Highway Patrol.
  • •This group is part of the Transportation Agency.
  • •They work on keeping highways and roads safe.

Example

If you see a police car on the highway with 'CHP' on it, that's the California Highway Patrol.

This law is the reason that group exists and is part of the Transportation Agency.

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

Official Source
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§ 2100 Highway Patrol Department Establishment

There is in the Transportation Agency the Department of the California Highway Patrol. (Amended by Stats. 2013, Ch. 352, Sec. 520. (AB 1317) Effective September 26, 2013. Operative July 1, 2013, by Sec. 543 of Ch. 352.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

Department of the California Highway PatrolTransportation AgencyStats. 2013Ch. 352Sec. 520AB 1317

Related Statutes

  • § 2101 Highway Patrol Department Definition
  • § 2102 Highway Patrol Name Definition
  • § 13100 Driver License Cancellation Rules
  • § 13101 Driver License Revocation Definition
  • § 13102 Driver License Suspension Rules

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Vehicle Code. Section 2100.
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