§ 2402 Commissioner Rulemaking Authority

Vehicle Code·California

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This law lets the head of a department create and enforce rules to do their job. They have to follow a specific process to make, change, or cancel these rules.

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•The department head can make rules to help them do their job.
•They have to follow a specific process to make, change, or cancel rules.
•This process is outlined in another law called the Administrative Procedure Act.

Example

Imagine a school principal making new rules for the school.

The principal can make rules like 'no running in the halls,' but they have to follow the school district's process to make these rules official.

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§ 2402 Commissioner Rulemaking Authority

The commissioner may make and enforce such rules and regulations as may be necessary to carry out the duties of the department. Rules and regulations shall be adopted, amended, or repealed in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act, commencing with Section 11370 of the Government Code. (Amended by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1500.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

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commissioner rules and regulations Administrative Procedure Act Section 11370 of the Government Code

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Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Vehicle Code. Section 2402.

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