California · Government Code
GOV §18151: The oath required by this chapter shall be taken and subscribed by: (a) Every person who is appointed to a State position not in the State civil service and not otherwise so required by law, within 30
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The oath required by this chapter shall be taken and subscribed by: (a) Every person who is appointed to a State position not in the State civil service and not otherwise so required by law, within 30 days of the date of appointment; and (b) Every person who has not previously taken and subscribed the oath and who is employed in a permanent position in the State civil service where the employment continues for 30 days or more, within the first 30 days of his employment.
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