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HomeWater CodeDiv. 6Pt. 2.2Ch. 3§ 10532 Statutory Definitions Scope

§ 10532 Statutory Definitions Scope

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§ 10532 Statutory Definitions Scope

This law says that the words and definitions in this chapter should be used to understand the rest of this part of the law, unless something else makes it clear to do otherwise.

Key Takeaways

  • •This law is about using the definitions given in this chapter to understand the rest of the laws in this part.
  • •If a word is defined in this chapter, use that definition unless the context clearly says to use a different meaning.

Example

Imagine you're reading a rulebook for a game. The rulebook has a section that explains what certain words mean. This law is like saying you should use those explanations to understand the rest of the rules, unless the rules themselves say to do something different.

If a word is defined in this chapter, you should use that definition to understand the rest of the laws in this part, unless it's clear from the context that you should use a different meaning.

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

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§ 10532 Statutory Definitions Scope

Unless the context otherwise requires, the definitions set forth in this chapter govern the construction of this part. (Repealed and added by Stats. 2008, 2nd Ex. Sess., Ch. 1, Sec. 5. Effective March 1, 2009.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

definitionsconstructioncontext otherwise requiresStats. 2008, 2nd Ex. Sess., Ch. 1, Sec. 5

Related Statutes

  • § 10611 Definition Scope And Application
  • § 6000 Definitions For Construction Terms
  • § 11451 Project Operations And Revenue
  • § 8608 Levee And Flood Control Standards
  • § 8619 Land Acquisition For Waterworks

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 10532.
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