California § 50870 - When a member has attained age 60 and has served in the fire department for twent
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 50870 — When a member has attained age 60 and has served in the fire department for twent, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 50870. When a member has attained age 60 and has served in the fire department for twent
When a member has attained age 60 and has served in the fire department for twenty years, or more, in the aggregate, the board may order him retired from further service. From the date of the order the service of the member in the fire department ceases and, during his lifetime, he shall be paid from the fund an annual pension equal to one-half of the annual salary attached to the rank he held for one year next preceding retirement.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 50870
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 50870 cover?
Section 50870 ("When a member has attained age 60 and has served in the fire department for twent") 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 § 50870?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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How does California § 50870 apply to my situation?
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