California · Public Utilities Code - PUC
PUC §15844: Verification deputies need not use a seal, and shall not have power to administer oaths for any purpose other than that for which they are appointed.
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Verification deputies are not required to use a seal and cannot administer oaths except for their appointed purpose.
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Verification deputies need not use a seal, and shall not have power to administer oaths for any purpose other than that for which they are appointed. Their appointment shall continue for ninety (90) days only from the date of appointment.
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