California · Government Code

GOV §1461: Any person appointed to fill a vacancy shall give a bond, corresponding in substance and form with the bond required of the officer originally elected or appointed, before entering upon the duties of

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A person appointed to fill a vacancy must provide a bond matching the requirements of the original officer before starting work in that position.

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Any person appointed to fill a vacancy shall give a bond, corresponding in substance and form with the bond required of the officer originally elected or appointed, before entering upon the duties of the office.

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