California · Water Code

WAT §1017: The beneficial use of water pursuant to a transfer or exchange authorized pursuant to Chapter 6.

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This statute addresses the lawful use of water through transfers or exchanges authorized under Chapter 6, establishing civil rights and obligations regarding water distribution.

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The beneficial use of water pursuant to a transfer or exchange authorized pursuant to Chapter 6.6 (commencing with Section 1435) of, Chapter 10 (commencing with Section 1700) of, Chapter 10.5 (commencing with Section 1725) of, Part 2, or any other provision of law, shall constitute a beneficial use of water by the holder of the permit, license, water right, or other entitlement for use that is the basis for the transfer or exchange, and shall not affect any determination or forfeiture applicable to water appropriated pursuant to the Water Commission Act or this code or water appropriated prior to December 19, 1914.

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