California § 19996 - The tenure of every permanent employee holding a position is during good behavior
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 19996 — The tenure of every permanent employee holding a position is during good behavior, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 19996. The tenure of every permanent employee holding a position is during good behavior
The tenure of every permanent employee holding a position is during good behavior. Any such employee may be temporarily separated from the state civil service through layoff, leave of absence, or suspension, permanently separated through resignation or removal for cause, or permanently or temporarily separated through retirement or terminated for medical reasons under the provisions of Section 19253.5.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 19996
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 19996 cover?
Section 19996 ("The tenure of every permanent employee holding a position is during good behavior") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 19996?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 19996 apply to my situation?
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