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HomeWelfare and Institutions CodeDiv. 9Pt. 3Ch. 2Art. 1.5§ 11225 Definition Scope And Application

§ 11225 Definition Scope And Application

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§ 11225 Definition Scope And Application

This law says that the words and definitions in this part of the law book apply to the whole chapter unless something else makes it clear they don't.

Key Takeaways

  • •This law is about how words are defined in this part of the law book.
  • •The definitions apply to the whole chapter unless something else says they don't.
  • •It helps make sure everyone understands the words the same way.

Example

Imagine you're reading a rulebook for a game. The rulebook says that the words defined in the first section apply to the whole book unless a specific rule says otherwise.

This law works the same way. The definitions given in this part of the law apply to the whole chapter unless something else says they don't.

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

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§ 11225 Definition Scope And Application

Unless the context requires otherwise, the definitions contained in this article shall govern the construction of this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 46, Sec. 2. Effective April 10, 1990.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

definitionsconstructionchaptercontext

Related Statutes

  • § 14050 Definitions For Chapter Construction
  • § 15500 Definition Of Terms
  • § 15610 Elder Abuse Definitions
  • § 10050 Definition Of Terms
  • § 11226 Appeal Hearing Definition

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Welfare and Institutions Code. Section 11225.
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