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HomeWater CodeDiv. 2Pt. 4Ch. 6§ 4178 Watermaster Arrest Authority

§ 4178 Watermaster Arrest Authority

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§ 4178 Watermaster Arrest Authority

Key Takeaways

  • •A watermaster can arrest someone who breaks water rules.
  • •The watermaster must hand the person over to the police.
  • •The watermaster must then file a complaint with a judge.

Example

If someone is caught stealing water from a river.

The watermaster can arrest them, take them to the police, and tell a judge what happened.

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

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§ 4178 Watermaster Arrest Authority

A watermaster may arrest any person violating any of the provisions of this chapter or of Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 4100) and to deliver the person to the sheriff or other competent police officer within the county, and immediately thereafter file a complaint with a magistrate against the person so arrested. (Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 144, Sec. 213.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

watermasterarrestChapter 4Section 4100sheriffmagistrate

Related Statutes

  • § 4177 Violation Penalties
  • § 4175 Water Theft And Tampering
  • § 22089.5 Watermaster Arrest Authority
  • § 10548 Local Agency Powers Preserved
  • § 10549 Water Rights Limitations

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 4178.
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