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HomeVehicle CodeDiv. 2Ch. 2Art. 3§ 2404 County Department Headquarters Establishment

§ 2404 County Department Headquarters Establishment

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§ 2404 County Department Headquarters Establishment

This law says the commissioner can set up offices or smaller stations in certain counties to help the department do its job better.

Key Takeaways

  • •The commissioner can create offices or stations in some counties.
  • •These offices help the department work better.
  • •The law does not apply to the biggest counties (first or second class).

Example

A county needs a new police station to help officers respond faster to emergencies.

The commissioner can decide to build a new station in that county to make sure the police can do their work more efficiently.

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

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§ 2404 County Department Headquarters Establishment

The commissioner shall establish, in counties having charters, except in counties of the first or second class, headquarters or substations for the efficient performance of the duties of the department, and may establish, in other localities deemed most suitable, headquarters or substations. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 133, Sec. 107. (SB 272) Effective July 23, 2021.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

commissionercounties having charterscounties of the first or second classheadquarters or substations

Related Statutes

  • § 2400.6 Malibu Highway Enforcement Contract
  • § 2400.7 Santa Clara Expressway Enforcement
  • § 2401 Highway Patrol Duty
  • § 2401.1 Hazardous Medical Waste Transportation Enforcement
  • § 2402 Commissioner Rulemaking Authority

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Vehicle Code. Section 2404.
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