California § 8639 - The qualifications of each standby officer should be carefully investigated, and
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§ 8639. The qualifications of each standby officer should be carefully investigated, and
The qualifications of each standby officer should be carefully investigated, and the governing body may request the Director of Emergency Services to aid in the investigation of any prospective appointee. No examination or investigation shall be made without the consent of the prospective appointee. Consideration shall be given to places of residence and work, so that for each office for which standby officers are appointed there shall be the greatest probability of survivorship. Standby officers may be residents or officers of a political subdivision other than that to which they are appointed as standby officers.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 8639
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 8639 cover?
Section 8639 ("The qualifications of each standby officer should be carefully investigated, and") 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 § 8639?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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