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This section defines key terms used in the CalSavers retirement savings title. This section creates the CalSavers Retirement Savings Board and sets rules for how the board, program administrator, and staff must operate. This section creates the CalSavers Retirement Savings Trust, assigns the board to administer it, requires the board to split trust money into a program fund and an administrative fund, and gives the Treasurer and the board investment-related powers. It also caps administrative fund spending at 1% of the total program fund after six years from implementation and exempts certain securities from specified Corporations Code sections. The CalSavers Retirement Savings Program must include one or more payroll deduction IRA arrangements, as determined by the board. The board has broad authority over the trust, including contracts, investments, staff, insurance, cooperation, and rulemaking.
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## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A $2.25 fee applies for recording or registering a license or certificate, or issuing a certificate connected with a license, when no other charge is prescribed by law.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26851. For either recording or registering any license or certificate or issuing any certificate, or both, in connection with a license, required by law for which a charge is not otherwise prescribed, the fee is two dollars and twenty-five cents ($2.25). (Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 327, Sec. 80. Effective June 30, 1982.) - 26852. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The fee for each certificate to the official capacity of any public official is $2.25.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26852. The fee for each certificate to the official capacity of any public official is two dollars and twenty-five cents ($2.25). (Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 327, Sec. 81. Effective June 30, 1982.) - 26853. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The fee for taking an affidavit is $2.25, except in criminal cases or adoption proceedings.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26853. The fee for taking an affidavit, except in criminal cases or adoption proceedings, is two dollars and twenty-five cents ($2.25). (Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 327, Sec. 82. Effective June 30, 1982.) - 26854. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Searching records or files costs $5 per file.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26854. The fee for searching records or files is five dollars ($5) for each file. (Amended by Stats. 1991, Ch. 651, Sec. 1.) - 26855. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The fee for taking an acknowledgment of a deed or other instrument is $2.25 per signature.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26855. The fee for taking acknowledgment of any deed or other instrument, including the certificate, is two dollars and twenty-five cents ($2.25) for each signature. (Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 327, Sec. 84. Effective June 30, 1982.) - 26855.1. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The filing fee is $3.50 for a power of attorney for an admitted surety insurer, or for a notice cancelling, revoking, or withdrawing that power of attorney. If more than one name is designated, the fee is $2.25 for each name.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26855.1. The fee for filing a power of attorney for an admitted surety insurer, or a notice of cancellation, revocation, or withdrawal of a power of attorney for an admitted surety insurer, is three dollars and fifty cents ($3.50), or, if more than one name is designated, two dollars and twenty-five cents ($2.25) for each name. (Amended by Stats. 1992, Ch. 876, Sec. 11. Effective January 1, 1993.) - 26855.2. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The filing fee for a financial statement of an admitted surety insurer is $3.50, and the section does not require the insurer to file that statement.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26855.2. The fee for filing a financial statement of an admitted surety insurer is three dollars and fifty cents ($3.50), but nothing in this section shall be construed to require an admitted surety insurer to file such a statement. (Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 327, Sec. 86. Effective June 30, 1982.) - 26855.3. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The fee for issuing a certificate under Section 995.640 is $3.50.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26855.3. The fee for issuing a certificate pursuant to Section 995.640 of the Code of Civil Procedure is three dollars and fifty cents ($3.50). (Amended by Stats. 1983, Ch. 18, Sec. 23. Effective April 21, 1983.) - 26857. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The clerk must not charge a fee for services provided to a municipality, county, the state, or the national government, or for related services.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26857. No fee shall be charged by the clerk for service rendered to any municipality or county in the state, or to the state or national government, nor for any service relating thereto. (Amended by Stats. 2005, Ch. 75, Sec. 92. Effective July 19, 2005. Operative January 1, 2006, by Sec. 156 of Ch. 75.) - 26858. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
County clerks may not charge fees or other compensation for certain pension-related affidavits and related matters under U.S. law.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26858. No fees or other compensation shall be charged by any county clerk for taking and certifying affidavits for pension claimants, the payment of a pension voucher, or any matters relating thereto under the laws of the United States. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 26861. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A $15 fee may be charged for performing a marriage ceremony, and the fee is paid into the county treasury.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3. County Clerk [26801 - 26861] ( Heading of Chapter 3 renumbered from Chapter 4 by Stats. 1947, Ch. 429. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Fees [26820 - 26861] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26861. A fee of fifteen dollars ($15) may be charged for performing a marriage ceremony pursuant to Section 401 of the Family Code, which shall be paid into the county treasury. (Amended by Stats. 1992, Ch. 163, Sec. 85. Effective January 1, 1993. Operative January 1, 1994, by Sec. 161 of Ch. 163.) - 26880. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Controller [26880 - 26886] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1949, Ch. 1439. )
The board of supervisors may create the office of controller, and the county auditor holds the county controller office ex officio.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Controller [26880 - 26886] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1949, Ch. 1439. ) ## 26880. The board of supervisors may create the office of controller. The office of county controller shall be held ex officio by the county auditor. (Amended by Stats. 1972, Ch. 321.) - 26881. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Controller [26880 - 26886] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1949, Ch. 1439. )
The county auditor, or auditor-controller where that office exists, is the county’s chief accounting officer and must, when ordered by the board of supervisors, oversee and prescribe county accounting forms and account-keeping methods.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Controller [26880 - 26886] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1949, Ch. 1439. ) ## 26881. The county auditor, or in counties that have the office of controller, the auditor-controller shall be the chief accounting officer of the county. Upon order of the board of supervisors, the auditor or auditor-controller shall prescribe, and shall exercise a general supervision, including the ability to review departmental and countywide internal controls, over the accounting forms and the method of keeping the accounts of all offices, departments and institutions under the control of the board of supervisors and of all districts whose funds are kept in the county treasury. (Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 454, Sec. 9. Effective January 1, 2003.) - 26882. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Controller [26880 - 26886] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1949, Ch. 1439. )
The auditor-controller must keep accounts and statistics and prepare reports when ordered by the board of supervisors.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Controller [26880 - 26886] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1949, Ch. 1439. ) ## 26882. In addition to the accounts required by law the auditor-controller shall, upon order of the board of supervisors, maintain such accounts and statistics and prepare such reports therefrom as the board may deem necessary for its information and use in the management and control of the operations of the county and of those districts whose funds are kept in the county treasury. (Amended by Stats. 1972, Ch. 321.) - 26883. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Controller [26880 - 26886] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1949, Ch. 1439. )
The board of supervisors may require the county auditor-controller to audit certain accounts and records, and audit reports must be filed with the board; fraud or gross negligence reports must also go to the district attorney.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Controller [26880 - 26886] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1949, Ch. 1439. ) ## 26883. In addition to the power now possessed by the board of supervisors to enter into contracts for audits the board shall have the power to require that the county auditor-controller shall audit the accounts and records of any department, office, board or institution under its control and of any district whose funds are kept in the county treasury. The county auditor-controller’s report on any such audit shall be filed with the board of supervisors and, if the report discloses fraud or gross negligence a copy thereof shall be filed with the district attorney. The governing body of any district may agree with the board of supervisors to reimburse the county for its actual cost of any audit of its accounts and records had under this section. (Amended by Stats. 1991, Ch. 1090, Sec. 16.) - 26884. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Controller [26880 - 26886] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1949, Ch. 1439. )
If the board of supervisors requires the county auditor-controller to perform additional chapter-authorized services, the board must provide appropriations for the extra personnel, equipment, supplies, or expenses needed.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Controller [26880 - 26886] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1949, Ch. 1439. ) ## 26884. In the event the board of supervisors elects to require that the county auditor-controller perform the additional services authorized by this chapter it shall have the power and it shall be its duty to provide by proper appropriations for any additional personnel, equipment, supplies or expenses made necessary thereby. (Amended by Stats. 1972, Ch. 321.) - 26885. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Controller [26880 - 26886] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1949, Ch. 1439. )
This chapter becomes operative only if the board of supervisors adopts it by unanimous resolution at a regular meeting with all members present. The board may later repeal any such resolution by a three-fifths vote.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Controller [26880 - 26886] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1949, Ch. 1439. ) ## 26885. The provisions of this chapter shall become operative only upon their adoption by a resolution passed by a unanimous vote of the board of supervisors at a regular meeting at which all members are present. Any resolution adopted pursuant to this section may be repealed by the board of supervisors at any time by a three-fifths vote. (Amended by Stats. 1972, Ch. 1384.) - 26886. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Controller [26880 - 26886] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1949, Ch. 1439. )
If the board of supervisors chooses to make this chapter operative, it may set compensation for the auditor-controller offices in one amount or split between auditor and controller.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 3.5. Controller [26880 - 26886] ( Chapter 3.5 added by Stats. 1949, Ch. 1439. ) ## 26886. In the event the board of supervisors elects to make the provisions of this chapter operative, it may provide for the payment of compensation which it deems proper for the combined offices of auditor-controller in a single amount or in two separate amounts, one for auditor and one for controller as it may deem proper. The board of supervisors may elect to provide such compensation on creation of the office of controller, or at any time thereafter. (Amended by Stats. 1972, Ch. 321.) - 26900. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county auditor must examine and settle certain county-related accounts, certify the amount to the treasurer, and, after the treasurer’s receipt is filed, give the person a discharge and charge the treasurer with the amount received.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26900. The auditor shall examine and settle the accounts of any persons indebted to the county or holding money payable into the county treasury, and shall certify the amount to the treasurer. Upon the presentation and filing of the treasurer’s receipt therefor, the auditor shall give to such person a discharge and charge the treasurer with the amount received by him. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 26901. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county auditor may require an oath from a person or officer who owes money to the county or holds money payable into the county treasury.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26901. The county auditor may require any person or officer indebted to the county or holding money payable into the county treasury to make an oath as to the total amount of money payable by him to the county or into the county treasury, and on what account. (Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1775.) - 26902. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
This section defines “money payable into the county treasury” for Sections 26900 and 26901.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26902. “Money payable into the county treasury,” as used in Sections 26900 and 26901, includes money belonging to estates of deceased persons and required by law to be paid to the county treasurer, taxes on inheritances and transfers, any money deposited by order of court, and any other money deposited with the county treasurer by virtue of any official authority whatever. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 26903. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
When a state officer or employee sends money, credits, or evidence of them to the county treasurer for deposit, the transmitter must also send a notice to the county auditor at the same time. The auditor must file the notice and tell the treasurer it was received.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26903. Whenever money or credits, or evidences thereof, are transmitted to the county treasurer by any state officer or employee for deposit in the county treasury or in the treasury of any political subdivision, public or municipal corporation, or district of which the county treasurer is the treasurer, the transmitter shall at the time of the transmission also transmit to the county auditor a notice stating the following: (a) The amounts of money or credits or evidences thereof transmitted. (b) The mode of transmission and the date when the transmitter placed the money or credits, or evidences thereof, in course of transmission or deposited them with the county treasurer. (c) A description of the money or credits, or evidences thereof, and the purpose for which transmitted. The auditor shall file the notices in his office and shall notify the treasurer of their receipt. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 26904. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The auditor must keep accounts current with the treasurer and, when someone deposits a treasurer receipt, file the receipt and charge the treasurer with the amount.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26904. The auditor shall keep accounts current with the treasurer, and when any person deposits with the auditor any receipt given by the treasurer for any money paid into the treasury, the auditor shall file the receipt and charge the treasurer with the amount. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 26905. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The auditor must reconcile the cash and investment accounts on the auditor’s books with the treasurer’s books by the last day of each month.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26905. Not later than the last day of each month, the auditor shall reconcile the cash and investment accounts as stated on the auditor’s books with the cash and investment accounts as stated on the treasurer’s books as of the close of business of the preceding month to determine that the amounts in those accounts as stated on the books of the treasurer are in agreement with the amounts in those accounts as stated on the books of the auditor. (Amended by Stats. 2001, Ch. 176, Sec. 10. Effective January 1, 2002.) - 26906. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Money other than taxes that was paid into the county treasury by mistake may be returned to the payer, and the auditor must report such refunds at least annually if authorized to make them.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26906. Any money other than taxes erroneously paid into the county treasury may be returned to the person paying it in upon a warrant drawn by the auditor on the order of the board of supervisors based upon such voucher as shows proper evidence of the facts. The board of supervisors may, by resolution, authorize the auditor to act in lieu of and with the same authority as the board of supervisors in ordering the return of such money. If the board of supervisors authorizes the auditor to make such refunds in lieu of and with the same authority as the board, the auditor shall periodically, but not less than annually, file a report with the board listing all such refunds. (Amended by Stats. 1970, Ch. 193.) - 26906.1. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county auditor may impound disputed tax revenues with board approval, and must keep them impounded until the claim is finally resolved or a refund is no longer expected.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26906.1. The county auditor, with the approval of the board of supervisors, may impound the disputed revenues of any tax upon secured or unsecured property, levied and collected by the county for the county or any revenue district, whenever, pursuant to Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 5096), Part 9, Division 1 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, a claim or action is filed for the return of the revenues, or the auditor reasonably anticipates that the tax may be refunded in whole or in part. The county auditor shall continue to impound such revenues until the final disposition of the claim or action, or a refund of the tax is no longer anticipated. If, under the final disposition, it is determined that such taxes were properly levied against such property, the auditor shall release the revenues to the county or revenue district. (Amended by Stats. 1984, Ch. 884, Sec. 3.) - 26907. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The auditor or ex officio auditor may destroy certain county, school, or special district claims, warrants, or warrant vouchers after five years, and may also destroy an index or warrant register under the stated conditions.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26907. (a) Notwithstanding Section 26201, 26202, or 26205, the auditor or ex officio auditor may destroy any county, school, or special district claim, warrant, or any other paper issued as a warrant voucher that is more than five years old, or at any time after the document has been photographed, microphotographed, reproduced by electronically recorded video images on magnetic surfaces, or recorded on optical disk or reproduced on any other medium that does not permit additions, deletions, or changes to the original document and is produced in compliance with Section 12168.7 for recording of permanent records or nonpermanent records if the copy is kept or maintained for five years from the date of the document. A duplicate copy of any record reproduced in compliance with Section 12168.7 for recording of permanent or nonpermanent records, whichever applies, shall be deemed an original. (b) The auditor may make a photographic record of an index or warrant register and may provide for the destruction of the index or warrant register. Any index or warrant register that is over five years old may be destroyed without being photographically or microphotographically reproduced. (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 343, Sec. 9.4. Effective January 1, 2008.) - 26907.1. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The auditor or ex officio auditor may destroy certain county, school, or special district bonds or coupons after they have been paid or canceled for at least five years.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26907.1. Notwithstanding the provisions of Sections 26201, 26202, and 26205 of this code, the auditor or ex officio auditor may destroy any county, school or special district bonds or coupons which have been paid or canceled for a period of not less than five years. (Added by Stats. 1957, Ch. 911.) - 26907.2. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The board may authorize destruction or disposition of copies of county deposit permits or deposit receipts issued by the county auditor if they are more than five years old.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26907.2. Notwithstanding the provisions of Sections 26201, 26202, and 26205 of this code, the board may authorize the destruction or disposition of the copies of any county deposit permits or deposit receipts issued by the county auditor which are more than five years old. (Added by Stats. 1963, Ch. 1184.) - 26908. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The tax collector may destroy tax rolls only after a board of supervisors order and only if a photographic record has been made and one copy is permanently retained.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26908. Notwithstanding the provisions of Sections 4104.3 and 4104.5 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, the tax collector may, upon order of the board of supervisors, destroy such tax rolls two years after the last current item has been recorded thereon, provided that a photographic record of the tax roll has been made, one copy of which shall be permanently retained. (Amended by Stats. 1976, Ch. 156.) - 26908.5. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
An auditor must keep work-related books, papers, records, and correspondence as public records and file them at the auditor’s offices, but may not release certain confidential or unfinished-audit materials to the public.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26908.5. (a) As used in this section “auditor” includes an elected or appointed officer or full-time employee of a county or a special district who is compensated, but does not include an independent contractor. (b) All books, papers, records, and correspondence of an auditor pertaining to the auditor’s work are public records subject to Division 10 (commencing with Section 7920.000) of Title 1 and shall be filed at any of the regularly maintained offices of the auditor. However, none of the following items or papers of which these items are a part may be released to the public by the auditor or the auditor’s employees: (1) Personal papers and correspondence of any person providing assistance to the auditor when that person has requested in writing that the person’s papers and correspondence be kept private and confidential. Those papers and that correspondence shall become public records if the written request is withdrawn or upon the order of the auditor. (2) Papers, correspondence, memoranda, or any substantive information pertaining to any audit not completed. (3) Papers, correspondence, or memoranda pertaining to any audit that has been completed, which papers, correspondence, or memoranda are not used in support of any report resulting from the audit. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 615, Sec. 189. (AB 474) Effective January 1, 2022. Operative January 1, 2023, pursuant to Sec. 463 of Stats. 2021, Ch. 615.) - 26910. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county auditor may examine the books and records of a special purpose assessing or taxing district located wholly in the county at any reasonable time and place.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26910. The auditor may at any reasonable time and place examine the books and records of any special purpose assessing or taxing district located wholly in the county. (Added by Stats. 1961, Ch. 1461.) - 26911. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A special district that has chosen county collection of its assessments must send the county auditor a statement of assessment rates each year by August 10.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26911. Whenever a special district has elected to have its assessments collected by the county on the property tax roll, the district shall transmit to the county auditor, no later than August 10 of each year, a statement of the rates fixed for assessments. (Added by Stats. 1996, Ch. 872, Sec. 54. Effective January 1, 1997.) - 26912. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county auditor must allocate and compute 1978–79 property tax revenue and related reimbursements using the formulas in this section.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26912. (a) For the purposes of this section, a local agency includes a city, county, city and county, and special district, as such terms are defined in Article 1 (commencing with Section 2201) of Chapter 3 of Part 4 of Division 1 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, if such local agency levied a property tax during the 1977–78 fiscal year or if a property tax was levied for such local agency for such fiscal year, except that the Bay Area Pollution Control District shall be considered a local agency. (b) For the 1978–79 fiscal year only, the amount of revenue derived from levying a tax pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 2237 of the Revenue and Taxation Code shall be allocated by the county auditor, subject to the allocation and payment of funds, as provided for in subdivision (b) of Section 33670 of the Health and Safety Code, to each local agency, school district, county superintendent of schools, and community college district in the following manner: (1) (A) The auditor shall determine the local agency share of 1978–79 property tax revenue by dividing the amount of property tax revenue received by all local agencies in 1977–78 by the total amount of property tax revenue received by all local agencies, school districts, community college districts, and county superintendents of schools in the 1977–78 fiscal year, and multiplying the quotient by the total amount of revenue generated pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 2237 of the Revenue and Taxation Code. (B) For each local agency, the county auditor shall compute a factor equal to the average amount of property tax revenue received in the three fiscal years prior to the 1978–79 fiscal year by each local agency within the county, divided by the average amount of property tax revenue received by all such agencies during the three fiscal years prior to the 1978–79 fiscal year. The county auditor shall multiply the factor for each local agency by the amount of revenue determined pursuant to subparagraph (A). (C) Notwithstanding subparagraph (B), in each case where a local agency has been formed in the past three years and has assumed the duties of another local agency, it shall be entitled to the average amount of revenue for the prior three years of the local agency from whom it assumed its duties. (D) For the purposes of subparagraphs (A) and (B), local agency shall not include a local agency formed after January 1, 1976. (2) (A) The county auditor shall determine the school share of the 1978–79 fiscal year property tax revenue by subtracting the local agency share, as determined under subparagraph (A) of paragraph (1) of this subdivision, from the total amount of revenue generated pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 2237 of the Revenue and Taxation Code. (B) For each school district, county superintendent of schools, and community college district, the county auditor shall compute a factor equal to the amount of property tax revenue received in the 1977–78 fiscal year by such district and the county superintendent of schools within the county divided by the total amount of property tax revenue received by all such districts and the county board of education in the 1977–78 fiscal year. The county auditor shall multiply the factor for each school district, county superintendent of schools, and community college district by the amount of revenue determined pursuant to subparagraph (A). For the purpose of this paragraph, local agencies formed after January 1, 1976, shall be considered school districts. (3) For the purpose of this subdivision, the amount of proceeds of any property tax actually and separately levied for the specific purpose of making annual payments for the interest and principal on outstanding general obligation bonds or other indebtedness approved by the voters prior to July 1, 1978, including tax rates levied pursuant to Part 10 (commencing with Section 15000) of Division 1 of Sections 39308, 39311, 81338, and 81341 of the Education Code, shall be excluded from all calculations. (4) The amounts computed under this subdivision shall be the amount of property tax revenue to be allocated to each local agency for the 1978–79 fiscal year. (5) As used in this section, “property tax revenue” includes the amount of state reimbursement for the homeowners’ and business inventory exemptions. (c) For the 1978–79 fiscal year only, the amount of state reimbursement to each county with respect to property tax losses pursuant to the homeowners’ exemption under Section 218 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, the business inventory exemption under Section 219 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, and the special treatment accorded livestock, motion pictures and wine and brandy under Sections 5523, 988, and 992, respectively, of the Revenue and Taxation Code, shall be allocated by each county auditor, subject to the allocation and payment of funds, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 33670 of the Health and Safety Code, to local agencies, school districts, county superintendents of schools, and community college districts within the county pursuant to the proportions established in subdivision (b). This subdivision shall not apply to reimbursements with respect to tax rates levied to pay the interest or principal on outstanding general obligation bonds or other indebtedness approved by the voters prior to July 1, 1978. (d) For local agencies, school districts, and community college districts located in more than one county, the county auditor of each county in which such local agency or district is located shall, for the purposes of computing the amount for such local agency or district pursuant to paragraphs (1) and (2) of subdivision (b), treat the portion of the local agency or district located within that county as a local agency or district. (Amended by Stats. 1979, Ch. 225.) - 26912.1. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
For the 1978–79 fiscal year, the county auditor must calculate specified amounts using a $4 per $100 assessed-valuation rate and use those amounts to compute state assistance allocations.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26912.1. (a) For the 1978–79 fiscal year only, an amount shall be computed for each local agency, as defined in subdivision (a) of Section 26912, and for each school district, community college district and county superintendent of schools, equal to the sum of the amounts computed pursuant to subdivision (b) of this section. This amount shall be used for the computation of the amount of state assistance to be allocated to local jurisdictions for the 1978–79 fiscal year. (b) (1) The county auditor shall determine an amount equal to the amount which would be generated by applying a tax rate of four dollars ($4) per hundred dollars ($100) of assessed valuation to the total amount of taxable assessed valuation within the county for 1977–78. For purposes of this computation, “taxable assessed valuation” shall be determined as though the homeowners’ and business inventory exemptions did not exist. (2) The amount computed for each local agency, school district, community college district and county superintendent of schools within the county shall be equal to the amount which each such local jurisdiction would receive if the amount computed pursuant to paragraph (1) were allocated, subject to the allocation and payment of funds as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 33760 of the Health and Safety Code, pursuant to the proportions established in subdivision (b) of Section 26912. (Added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 332.) - 26912.2. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Property tax allocations covered by this section may not be made to the Central Delta Water Agency or the South Delta Water Agency for 1979–80 and later years.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26912.2. Notwithstanding Section 26912, no allocation of property taxes levied pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 2237 of the Revenue and Taxation Code shall be made in the 1979–80 fiscal year and thereafter to the Central Delta Water Agency or to the South Delta Water Agency. (Added by Stats. 1979, Ch. 888.) - 26912.7. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A qualifying voted override tax is treated as “other indebtedness” for specified Revenue and Taxation Code purposes if it was voter-approved before July 1, 1978.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26912.7. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, for the purposes of subdivision (d) of Section 95 and subdivision (a) of Section 2237 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, a voted override tax voted specifically for a lease or lease purchase of facilities under the provisions of former Section 42244 of the Education Code shall be deemed to be “other indebtedness,” if such voter approved override was approved prior to July 1, 1978. (Added by Stats. 1979, Ch. 282.) - 26913. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
If a local agency’s governing body tells the county auditor by July 10 that it does not want its full Section 26912 allocation, any unclaimed funds must be allocated under Section 26912.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26913. If the governing body of a local agency notifies the county auditor by July 10 that it does not wish to receive its total allocation pursuant to Section 26912, the funds not claimed by such agency shall be allocated pursuant to Section 26912. (Added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 292.) - 26914. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
For certain counties, property tax revenue from the unsecured roll must be apportioned as though the county superintendent of schools had derived that revenue in 1977–78, if the superintendent became fiscally independent on or after June 30, 1977.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [26900 - 26914] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26914. Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 26912, in any county in which the county superintendent of schools became fiscally independent on or after June 30, 1977, the apportionment of the revenue derived from the unsecured roll by applying the county ad valorem tax rate provided pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 2237 of the Revenue and Taxation Code shall be made as if the county superintendent of schools had in fact derived revenue from the unsecured roll in the 1977–78 fiscal year based on the county superintendent’s tax rate on the secured roll in that year. The factors determined pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 26912 shall be adjusted accordingly and there shall be added to the total amount of property tax revenue received by the county superintendent of schools in the 1977–78 fiscal year an amount equal to the amount of such revenue from the unsecured roll. (Added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 783.) - 26920. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Counting Money in County Treasury [26920 - 26922] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county auditor must review county treasury asset statements at least quarterly, and must perform an annual audit; the county treasurer must prepare the asset statement, and the review/audit must be reported to the board of supervisors.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Counting Money in County Treasury [26920 - 26922] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26920. (a) At least once in each quarter, the county auditor shall perform, or cause to be performed, a review of the treasurer’s statement of assets in the county treasury. Each county shall fund and allocate the cost of the review in accordance with that county’s established budgetary practice. The auditor’s review shall be accomplished in accordance with the appropriate professional standards, as determined by the county auditor. The treasurer shall prepare a statement showing the amount and type of assets in the county treasury as of the date of the review. The review shall include: (1) Counting cash in the county treasury. (2) Verifying that the records of the county treasurer and auditor are reconciled pursuant to Section 26905. (3) A report to the board of supervisors issued in accordance with the appropriate professional standards, as determined by the county auditor. (b) The auditor shall, at least annually, perform or cause to be performed an audit of the assets in the county treasury and express an opinion whether the treasurer’s statement of assets is presented fairly and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. The audit report shall be addressed to the board of supervisors. The review required by subdivision (a) need not be performed for the period when an audit is conducted in accordance with this subdivision. (Amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 643, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 2007.) - 26922. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Counting Money in County Treasury [26920 - 26922] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The auditor must file copies of specified county reports with the clerk of the board of supervisors and keep another copy in the auditor’s office for at least one quarter.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Counting Money in County Treasury [26920 - 26922] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 26922. The auditor shall file a copy of the quarterly report prepared pursuant to paragraph (3) of subdivision (a) of Section 26920 and a copy of the annual audit report prepared pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 26920 in the office of the clerk of the board of supervisors. The auditor shall post and maintain another copy of the quarterly report and another copy of the annual audit report in his or her office for at least one quarter. (Amended by Stats. 2003, Ch. 296, Sec. 9. Effective January 1, 2004.) - 26945. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Qualifications for Office [26945 - 26946] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1543. )
A person may not be elected or appointed county auditor unless they meet at least one listed qualification.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Qualifications for Office [26945 - 26946] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1543. ) ## 26945. A person shall not be elected or appointed to the office of county auditor of any county unless the person meets at least one of the following criteria: (a) The person possesses a valid and active certificate issued by the California Board of Accountancy under Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 5000) of Division 3 of the Business and Professions Code showing the person to be, and a permit authorizing the person to practice as, a certified public accountant. (b) The person possesses a baccalaureate degree from an accredited university, college, or other four-year institution, with a major in accounting, as described in subdivision (a) of Section 5081.1 of the Business and Professions Code, as that section read on December 31, 2009, or a business-related degree that includes at least 24 semester units, or equivalent quarter units, in accounting-related subjects, including, but not limited to, accounting, financial reporting, auditing, and taxation, and has served within the last five years in a senior fiscal management position in a county, city, or other public agency, or a nonprofit organization, dealing with similar fiscal responsibilities, including, but not limited to, public accounting or auditing responsibilities, for a continuous period of not less than three years. (c) The person has served as county auditor, chief deputy county auditor, or assistant county auditor, or an equivalent position for a continuous period of not less than three years. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 669, Sec. 3. (AB 910) Effective January 1, 2024.) - 26945.1. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Qualifications for Office [26945 - 26946] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1543. )
County auditors must complete continuing education: 40 hours every two years, including 10 hours each year and 20 hours in governmental accounting, auditing, or related subjects.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Qualifications for Office [26945 - 26946] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1543. ) ## 26945.1. (a) Any person serving in the capacity of county auditor shall complete at least 40 hours of qualifying continuing education, pursuant to subdivision (b), for each two-year period, beginning January 1, 1998, and completing at least 10 hours in each year of the two-year period. At least 20 of the 40 hours of continuing education shall be obtained in governmental accounting, auditing, or related subjects. (b) Qualifying continuing education may be obtained in the areas of accounting, auditing, or related subjects. In addition, qualifying continuing education may be obtained in any other subject, if it can be demonstrated that the specific educational program contributes to professional competence. (c) With respect to a county auditor who is a licensee of the California Board of Accountancy, or of the accountancy licensing authority of any other state, or who possesses a certificate issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors, continuing education obtained for purposes of renewal of the license or certificate may be applied to satisfy the requirements of this section. (Added by Stats. 1997, Ch. 381, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1998.) - 26946. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Qualifications for Office [26945 - 26946] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1543. )
This article applies only in counties where the board of supervisors adopts it by ordinance before the filing period for county auditor candidacy begins.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4. Auditor [26900 - 26946] ( Chapter 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Qualifications for Office [26945 - 26946] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1543. ) ## 26946. The provisions of this article shall become effective in only those counties in which, prior to the first day of the period for filing declarations of candidacy for the office of county auditor, the board of supervisors by a unanimous vote, at a regular meeting with all members present, enacts an ordinance adopting the provisions of this article. The ordinance so adopted may be repealed by the board of supervisors at any time. (Amended by Stats. 1997, Ch. 381, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 1998.) - 26970. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Director of Finance [26970 - 26972] ( Chapter 4.5 added by Stats. 1959, Ch. 1906. )
Certain county boards of supervisors may submit a question to voters about replacing the county auditor with an appointed county director of finance, but not more than once in an 11-month period.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Director of Finance [26970 - 26972] ( Chapter 4.5 added by Stats. 1959, Ch. 1906. ) ## 26970. Notwithstanding the provisions of Section 24009, at any general or special election, the board of supervisors of general law counties with a population of 170,046 or in excess of 220,000 according to the federal census of 1950, may submit to the electors of the county the question of whether the elective office of county auditor shall be replaced by the appointive office of county director of finance; provided, however, that the board of supervisors shall not submit such question to the electors more often than once in an 11-month period. (Amended by Stats. 1980, Ch. 404.) - 26971. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Director of Finance [26970 - 26972] ( Chapter 4.5 added by Stats. 1959, Ch. 1906. )
If voters approve replacing the elective county director of finance with an appointive office, the board of supervisors must appoint the incumbent county auditor as the first director of finance, and later appointments must follow merit, fitness, and civil service rules.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Director of Finance [26970 - 26972] ( Chapter 4.5 added by Stats. 1959, Ch. 1906. ) ## 26971. If a majority of the voters voting on the question at such election favor the replacement by the appointive office of county director of finance, the board of supervisors shall appoint the incumbent county auditor as the first director of finance of the county. Thereafter appointments to the office shall be made by the board of supervisors on the basis of merit and fitness according to civil service rules and regulations. The director of finance may be removed or suspended for cause as provided in the civil service rules and regulations. (Amended by Stats. 1980, Ch. 404.) - 26972. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Director of Finance [26970 - 26972] ( Chapter 4.5 added by Stats. 1959, Ch. 1906. )
The county director of finance has the powers and duties of the county auditor and county controller, plus any other duties the board of supervisors prescribes.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4.5. Director of Finance [26970 - 26972] ( Chapter 4.5 added by Stats. 1959, Ch. 1906. ) ## 26972. The county director of finance shall have all of the powers and duties of the county auditor and the county controller and such other duties as the board of supervisors may prescribe. (Amended by Stats. 1980, Ch. 404.) - 26980. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4.6. Consolidated Office of Director of Finance [26980 - 26990] ( Chapter 4.6 added by Stats. 1969, Ch. 638. )
A county board of supervisors may create a director of finance office, but it must first put the question to county voters and follow voter outcomes on whether the office is established and whether it is elective.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4.6. Consolidated Office of Director of Finance [26980 - 26990] ( Chapter 4.6 added by Stats. 1969, Ch. 638. ) ## 26980. The board of supervisors of any county may establish the office of director of finance. (a) The board of supervisors shall submit to the electors of the county the question of whether the office of director of finance shall be established. If a majority of the voters voting on the question at that election favor the establishment of the office, the board of supervisors shall, by ordinance, create the office. (b) The board of supervisors at that election may also submit to the voters the question of whether the office, if so established, shall be elective, or appointed by the board of supervisors. If a majority of the voters voting on the question favor making the office elective, the board of supervisors shall, in the ordinance creating the office, make it an elective one. (c) Any person may be appointed by the board of supervisors, or be a candidate for election, to the office of director of finance, consolidated from other offices pursuant to this chapter, if he or she meets the qualifications set forth in Section 26945 or Section 27000.7. (Amended by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1996.) - 26981. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4.6. Consolidated Office of Director of Finance [26980 - 26990] ( Chapter 4.6 added by Stats. 1969, Ch. 638. )
The director of finance’s office is consolidated with the auditor, controller, tax collector, and treasurer, and the director gets the powers and duties of those offices plus any additional powers and duties the board of supervisors provides.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4.6. Consolidated Office of Director of Finance [26980 - 26990] ( Chapter 4.6 added by Stats. 1969, Ch. 638. ) ## 26981. The office of director of finance shall be consolidated with the offices of auditor, controller, tax collector, and treasurer and the director of finance shall have all the powers and duties of such offices so consolidated together with such other powers and duties as the board of supervisors may provide. (Added by Stats. 1969, Ch. 638.) - 26982. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4.6. Consolidated Office of Director of Finance [26980 - 26990] ( Chapter 4.6 added by Stats. 1969, Ch. 638. )
A consolidation of the director of finance office with an elective office takes effect only when the incumbent’s current term ends.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4.6. Consolidated Office of Director of Finance [26980 - 26990] ( Chapter 4.6 added by Stats. 1969, Ch. 638. ) ## 26982. The consolidation of the office of director of finance with any elective office shall become effective only upon the expiration of the current term of office of the incumbent of the office so consolidated. (Added by Stats. 1969, Ch. 638.) - 26983. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4.6. Consolidated Office of Director of Finance [26980 - 26990] ( Chapter 4.6 added by Stats. 1969, Ch. 638. )
County boards of supervisors must arrange an annual independent audit of the director of finance’s office, and they may ask the grand jury to select the auditor.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4.6. Consolidated Office of Director of Finance [26980 - 26990] ( Chapter 4.6 added by Stats. 1969, Ch. 638. ) ## 26983. The board of supervisors of every county having the office of director of finance shall cause an annual, independent audit to be made of such office. The board of supervisors may request that the grand jury select such independent auditor. (Added by Stats. 1969, Ch. 638.) - 26990. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4.6. Consolidated Office of Director of Finance [26980 - 26990] ( Chapter 4.6 added by Stats. 1969, Ch. 638. )
This section allows certain county finance duties to be eliminated or changed for an independent local agency if the agency can take them on and the county officer agrees in writing.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 4.6. Consolidated Office of Director of Finance [26980 - 26990] ( Chapter 4.6 added by Stats. 1969, Ch. 638. ) ## 26990. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, with the exception of the Revenue and Taxation Code, commencing with the 1993–94 fiscal year, the duties and responsibilities previously conferred on the auditor, controller, or director of finance of any county to any independent local agency other than the county may be eliminated or modified if the independent local agency agrees to and is able to assume those duties and responsibilities and the auditor, controller, or director of finance concurs in writing to transfer those duties and responsibilities to the independent local agency. (b) As used in this section, “auditor,” “controller,” and “director of finance” refers to those county officers provided by Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 26880), Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 26900), Chapter 4.5 (commencing with Section 26970), and Chapter 4.6 (commencing with Section 26980) of this part. Those terms shall not refer to a county treasurer described in Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 27000) of this part. (Added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 1195, Sec. 10.3. Effective January 1, 1994.) - 270. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 1. GENERAL [100 - 7931.000] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## DIVISION 1. SOVEREIGNTY AND PEOPLE OF THE STATE [100 - 275.2] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## CHAPTER 2. People of the State [240 - 275.2] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Political Rights and Duties [270 - 275.2] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. )
Every person while in the State is subject to its jurisdiction and is entitled to its protection.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 1. GENERAL [100 - 7931.000] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## DIVISION 1. SOVEREIGNTY AND PEOPLE OF THE STATE [100 - 275.2] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## CHAPTER 2. People of the State [240 - 275.2] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Political Rights and Duties [270 - 275.2] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## 270. Every person while within the State is subject to its jurisdiction and entitled to its protection. (Enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134.) - 27000. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county treasurer must receive and safely keep county money and other money required by law to be paid to the treasurer, then apply and pay it out and account for it as required by law.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27000. The county treasurer shall receive and keep safely all money belonging to the county and all other money directed by law to be paid to him and apply and pay it out, rendering the account as required by law. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27000.1. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The board of supervisors may, by ordinance and subject to Section 53607, delegate investment authority to the county treasurer; once delegated, the treasurer must take full responsibility for those transactions until the delegation is revoked or not renewed.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27000.1. Subject to Section 53607, the board of supervisors may, by ordinance, delegate to the county treasurer the authority to invest or reinvest the funds of the county and the funds of other depositors in the county treasury, pursuant to Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 53600) of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5. The county treasurer shall thereafter assume full responsibility for those transactions until the board of supervisors either revokes its delegation of authority, by ordinance, or decides not to renew the annual delegation, as provided in Section 53607. Nothing in this section shall limit the county treasurer’s authority pursuant to Section 53635 or 53684. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 749, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1997.) - 27000.3. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
County funds in the county treasury are managed by the board of supervisors or, in some cases, the county treasurer, and the responsible actor must act as a fiduciary with prudent investment care.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27000.3. (a) With regard to county funds deposited in the county treasury, the board of supervisors is the agent of the county who serves as a fiduciary and is subject to the prudent investor standard, unless a delegation has occurred pursuant to Section 53607 in which case the county treasurer shall be the agent of the county with respect to these funds, serve as a fiduciary, and be subject to the prudent investor standard and the board of supervisors shall not be the agent, serve as a fiduciary, or be subject to the prudent investor standard. (b) With regard to funds deposited in the county treasury that are deposited by local agencies other than the county and at the discretion of those local agencies, the county treasurer serves as a fiduciary subject to the prudent investor standard. (c) When investing, reinvesting, purchasing, acquiring, exchanging, selling, or managing public funds, the county treasurer or the board of supervisors, as applicable, shall act with care, skill, prudence, and diligence under the circumstances then prevailing, specifically including, but not limited to, the general economic conditions and the anticipated needs of the county and other depositors, that a prudent person acting in a like capacity and familiarity with those matters would use in the conduct of funds of a like character and with like aims, to safeguard the principal and maintain the liquidity needs of the county and the other depositors. Within the limitations of this section and considering individual investments as part of an overall investment strategy, investments may be acquired as authorized by law. Nothing in this chapter is intended to grant investment authority to any person or governing body except as provided in Sections 53601, 53607, and 53635. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 749, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1997.) - 27000.5. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
When handling public funds, the county treasurer or board of supervisors must prioritize protecting principal, then meeting depositor liquidity needs, and then earning a return.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27000.5. When investing, reinvesting, purchasing, acquiring, exchanging, selling, or managing public funds, the primary objective of the county treasurer or the board of supervisors, as the case may be, shall be to safeguard the principal of the funds under the treasurer’s or the board’s control. The secondary objective shall be to meet the liquidity needs of the depositor. The third objective shall be to achieve a return on the funds under his or her control. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 749, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 1997.) - 27000.6. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Sections 27000.7, 27000.8, and 27000.9 take effect only if a county board of supervisors adopts an ordinance before the candidacy-filing period begins; the board may repeal that ordinance later.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27000.6. The provisions of Sections 27000.7, 27000.8, and 27000.9 shall become effective only in those counties in which, prior to the first date of the period for filing declarations of candidacy for the office of county treasurer, county tax collector, or county treasurer-tax collector, the board of supervisors by majority vote at a regular meeting with all members present, enact an ordinance adopting the provisions of those sections. That ordinance may be repealed by the board of supervisors at any time. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1996.) - 27000.7. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A person cannot be elected or appointed county treasurer, county tax collector, or county treasurer-tax collector unless they meet at least one listed qualification.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27000.7. (a) A person shall not be eligible for election or appointment to the office of county treasurer, county tax collector, or county treasurer-tax collector of any county unless that person meets at least one of the following criteria: (1) The person has served in a senior financial management position in a county, city, or other public agency dealing with similar financial responsibilities for a continuous period of not less than three years, including, but not limited to, treasurer, tax collector, auditor, auditor-controller, or the chief deputy or an assistant in those offices. (2) The person possesses a valid baccalaureate, masters, or doctoral degree from an accredited college or university in any of the following major fields of study: business administration, public administration, economics, finance, accounting, or a related field, with a minimum of 16 college semester units, or their equivalent, in accounting, auditing, or finance. (3) The person possesses a valid certificate issued by the California Board of Accountancy pursuant to Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 5000) of Division 3 of the Business and Professions Code, showing that person to be, and a permit authorizing that person to practice as, a certified public accountant. (4) The person possesses a valid charter issued by the Institute of Chartered Financial Analysts showing the person to be designated a Chartered Financial Analyst, with a minimum of 16 college semester units, or their equivalent, in accounting, auditing, or finance. (b) (1) This section shall only apply to any person duly elected or appointed as a county treasurer, county tax collector, or county treasurer-tax collector on or after January 1, 1998. (2) The amendments made by the act adding this paragraph apply to any person duly elected or appointed as a county treasurer, county tax collector, or county treasurer-tax collector on or after January 1, 2024. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 187, Sec. 2. (SB 882) Effective January 1, 2024.) - 27000.8. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Most elected county treasurers, county tax collectors, and county treasurer-tax collectors must complete specified continuing education and file a certification with the Controller by the end of the fourth year.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27000.8. Any duly elected county treasurer, county tax collector, or county treasurer-tax collector serving in that office on January 1, 1996, may serve for his or her remaining term of office during which period of time the requirements of this section shall not apply. After the election of a county treasurer, county tax collector, or county treasurer-tax collector to office, that person shall complete a valid continuing course of study as prescribed in this section, and shall during the person’s four-year term of office on or before June 30 of the fourth year, render to the Controller a certification indicating that the person has successfully completed a continuing education program consisting of, at a minimum, 48 hours, or an equivalent amount of continuing education units within the discipline of treasury management, tax collection, public finance, public administration, governmental accounting, or directly related subjects, offered by a recognized state or national association, institute, or accredited college or university, or the California Debt and Investment Advisory Commission, that provides the requisite educational programs prescribed in this section. The willful or negligent failure of any elected county treasurer, county tax collector, or county treasurer-tax collector to comply with the requirements of this section shall be deemed a violation of this section. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 696, Sec. 1. (AB 2131) Effective January 1, 2013.) - 27000.9. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
County treasurers, county tax collectors, and county treasurer-tax collectors must complete continuing education and certify completion to the Controller every two years.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27000.9. Notwithstanding any other requirement of law, any duly appointed county officer serving in the capacity of county treasurer, county tax collector, or county treasurer-tax collector shall, beginning in 2000, complete a valid continuing course of study as prescribed in this section, and shall, on or before June 30 of each two-year period, render to the Controller, a certification indicating that the county officer has successfully completed a continuing education program consisting of, at a minimum, 24 hours or an equivalent amount of continuing education units within the discipline of treasury management, tax collection, public finance, public administration, governmental accounting, or directly related subjects, offered by a recognized state or national association, institute, or accredited college or university, or the California Debt and Investment Advisory Commission, that provides the requisite educational programs prescribed in this section. The willful or negligent failure of any county officer serving in the capacity of county treasurer, county tax collector, or county treasurer-tax collector to comply with the requirements of this section shall be deemed a violation of this section. (Amended by Stats. 2012, Ch. 696, Sec. 2. (AB 2131) Effective January 1, 2013.) - 27001. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county treasurer must file and keep auditor certificates received when money is paid into the treasury, and may destroy a certificate only if the statute’s time and copying conditions are met.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27001. The treasurer shall file and keep the certificates of the auditor delivered to him or her when money is paid into the treasury. Notwithstanding Sections 26201, 26202, and 26205, the treasurer may destroy any certificate pursuant to this section under either of the following circumstances: (a) The certificate has been filed for more than five years. (b) The certificate has been filed for more than one year, and all of the following conditions are complied with: (1) The record, paper, or document is photographed, microphotographed, reproduced by electronically recorded video images on magnetic surfaces, or recorded on optical disk or reproduced on any other medium that does not permit additions, deletions, or changes to the original document and is produced in compliance with Section 12168.7 for recording of permanent records or nonpermanent records if the copy is kept or maintained for five years from the date of the document. (2) The device used to reproduce the record, paper, or document on film or any other medium is one that accurately reproduces the original thereof in all details. A duplicate copy of any record reproduced in compliance with Section 12168.7 for recording of permanent or nonpermanent records, whichever applies, shall be deemed an original. (3) The photographs, microphotographs, or other reproductions on film or any other medium are placed in conveniently accessible files and provision is made for preserving, examining, and using the same. (4) The record, paper, or document is reproduced and preserved utilizing other information technology. (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 343, Sec. 9.5. Effective January 1, 2008.) - 27002. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county treasurer must keep accounts of money received and paid out, and record required details for receipts and disbursements in the books provided.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27002. The treasurer shall keep an account of the receipt and expenditure of all money received or paid out by him or her in books provided for the purpose. He or she shall enter in the books the amount, the time, from whom, and on what account all money was received by him or her, and the warrant number, the amount, time, and on what account all disbursements were made by him or her. (Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 705, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 1995.) - 27002.1. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county treasurer may keep receipts and warrants by reproduction or electronic filing instead of book entries.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27002.1. (a) The treasurer may, in lieu of entering in books an account of the receipt and expenditure of all money received or paid out by him or her as provided in Section 27002, photograph, microphotograph, photocopy, or enter into an electronic data-processing system that utilizes optical transmission and filing, all receipts for money received by him or her and all warrants paid out by him or her. (b) Every reproduction described in subdivision (a) shall be deemed and considered an original, and a transcript, exemplification, or certified copy of any of those reproductions shall be deemed and considered a transcript, exemplification, or certified copy, as the case may be, of the original. (c) All reproductions described in subdivision (a) shall be properly indexed and placed in convenient, accessible files. Each roll of microfilm shall be deemed and constitute a book, and shall be designated and numbered, and provision shall be made for preserving, examining, and using it. A duplicate of each roll of microfilm shall be made and kept in a safe and separate place. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 924, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 2001.) - 27003. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county treasurer must keep records so separate funds or appropriations are tracked in separate accounts, with all receipts and expenditures also shown in one general or cash account.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27003. The treasurer shall keep his or her books or any other authorized form of record so that the amounts received and paid out on account of separate funds or specific appropriations are exhibited in separate and distinct accounts, and the whole receipts and expenditures shown in one general or cash account. (Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 705, Sec. 5. Effective January 1, 1995.) - 27005. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county treasurer must disburse county money only on county warrants, checks, or electronic fund transfers issued by the county auditor, except for legal investments.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27005. The treasurer shall disburse the county money and all other money placed in his or her custody by official authority only on county warrants, checks, or electronic fund transfers issued by the county auditor, except for the making of legal investments. (Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 939, Sec. 8. Effective September 28, 1994. Operative January 1, 1995, by Sec. 29 of Ch. 939.) - 27006. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county treasurer must pay money from the treasury on county warrants only when the warrants rest on board of supervisors orders, a superior court order, or another legal basis. In paying warrants, the treasurer may also issue an order, check, or draft from proper bank funds.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27006. The treasurer shall disburse the money in the treasury on county warrants only when they are based on orders of the board of supervisors, upon order of the superior court, or as otherwise provided by law. In the payment of the warrants he may issue his order, check, or draft drawn upon proper funds that are on deposit in any bank. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27007. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county treasurer must keep state and county money in his own possession until it is legally disbursed, and must not let others use, hold, or borrow it except as allowed by law.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27007. The treasurer shall keep all money belonging to the State, or any county of the State in his own possession until disbursed according to law. He shall not place the money in the possession of any person to be used for any purpose, nor shall he loan or in any manner use, or permit any person to use it, except as provided by law. This section does not prohibit him from making special deposits for the safe-keeping of public money, but he is liable therefore on his official bond. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27008. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county treasurer must not receive money for the treasury unless it comes with the auditor’s certificate. The auditor and treasurer may set up alternate controls to allow receipt or deposit without that certificate.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27008. (a) The treasurer shall not receive money into the treasury or for deposit with him or her as treasurer, unless it is accompanied by the certificate of the auditor. (b) Notwithstanding subdivision (a), the auditor and treasurer may establish alternate control procedures for the treasurer to receive or deposit money without the certificate of the auditor. (Amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 643, Sec. 5. Effective January 1, 2007.) - 27009. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county treasurer must give a receipt to each person who deposits money into the county treasury.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27009. The treasurer shall give a receipt to each person who deposits money into the county treasury. (Amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 643, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 2007.) - 27010. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county treasurer may receive money that is a gift, bequest, or devise, and pay it out according to the terms attached to it or, if no terms are set, according to law.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27010. The treasurer may receive any money constituting gift, bequest, or devise, and pay it out in accordance with the terms thereof, or, if none are fixed, according to law. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27011. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A county officer who knowingly accepts or allows a private, unofficial deposit into the county treasury commits a misdemeanor and may lose office.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27011. Any county officer who knowingly accepts or allows any deposit in the county treasury of money from any private and unofficial source is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by imprisonment in the county jail for not less than six months nor more than one year, or by a fine of not less than five hundred dollars ($500) and not more than five thousand dollars ($5,000), or by both that fine and imprisonment, and shall forfeit his or her office. (Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 705, Sec. 7. Effective January 1, 1995.) - 27012. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The Controller may call county treasurers or their representatives to meetings in California on specified administrative topics, and approved travel and attendance expenses are charged to the county.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27012. The Controller may summon county treasurers or the authorized representative of any county treasurer to meet with the Controller or his or her duly authorized representatives, in those groups and at that place or those places within the state as may be designated by the Controller for the purpose of discussing the interpretation, procedures, uniformity of operation, and efficient administration of the Revenue and Taxation Code and the Government Code. The actual and necessary expenses of any county officer or his or her authorized representative that are incurred while traveling to and from or while attending any meeting called pursuant to this section by the Controller shall be a charge against the county, to be paid in the same manner as other county charges are paid, provided that prior approval of the board of supervisors has been obtained. (Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 705, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 1995.) - 27013. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A county treasurer or other authorized county officer may deduct actual administrative costs from interest or income earned on public agency funds before distributing it.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27000 - 27013] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27013. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any treasurer, or other authorized county officer, who invests, deposits or otherwise handles funds for public agencies for the purpose of earning interest or other income on such funds as permitted by law, may deduct from such interest or income, before distribution thereof, the actual administrative cost of such investing, depositing or handling of funds and of distribution of such interest or income. Such cost reimbursement shall be paid into the county general fund. (Added by Stats. 1963, Ch. 535.) - 27061. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Statements and Reports [27061- 27061.] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county treasurer must settle accounts with the auditor at least monthly and, if the auditor requests it, provide the prior month’s cash receipts and disbursements within 10 business days.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Statements and Reports [27061- 27061.] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27061. The treasurer shall settle their accounts relating to the collection, care, and disbursement of public revenue of whatsoever nature and kind with the auditor no less frequently than monthly. Upon the request of the auditor, the treasurer shall provide a settlement of cash receipts and disbursements of the prior calendar month to the auditor on or before 10 business days after the treasurer receives the auditor’s request. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 433, Sec. 1. (SB 825) Effective January 1, 2022.) - 271. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 1. GENERAL [100 - 7931.000] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## DIVISION 1. SOVEREIGNTY AND PEOPLE OF THE STATE [100 - 275.2] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## CHAPTER 2. People of the State [240 - 275.2] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Political Rights and Duties [270 - 275.2] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. )
Every citizen owes the State allegiance, meaning fidelity and obedience.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 1. GENERAL [100 - 7931.000] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## DIVISION 1. SOVEREIGNTY AND PEOPLE OF THE STATE [100 - 275.2] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## CHAPTER 2. People of the State [240 - 275.2] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Political Rights and Duties [270 - 275.2] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## 271. Allegiance is the obligation of fidelity and obedience which every citizen owes to the State. (Enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134.) - 27100. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Inspection of Books [27100 - 27101] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county treasurer’s books, accounts, vouchers, and related records may be inspected and examined at all times by the board of supervisors, a grand jury, or officers or agents they designate.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Inspection of Books [27100 - 27101] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27100. The books, accounts, and vouchers of the treasurer, including all books, accounts, vouchers, or other records in his office relating to reclamation districts, are at all time subject to the inspection and examination of the board of supervisors or grand jury, or of any officers or agents designated by the board of supervisors or grand jury to make the inspection and examination. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27100.1. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Inspection of Books [27100 - 27101] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Deposits made by qualifying public entities or fiduciary public officials are treated as trust funds held by the county treasurer, not as county assets or a creditor-debtor relationship.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Inspection of Books [27100 - 27101] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27100.1. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, when any public entity or any public official acting in a fiduciary capacity, who is required or authorized by law to deposit funds in the county treasury, makes a deposit, those funds shall be deemed to be held in trust by the county treasurer on behalf of the depositing entity or public official. The funds shall not be deemed funds or assets of the county and the relationship of the depositing entity or public official and the county shall not be one of creditor-debtor. (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 471, Sec. 1. Effective October 2, 1991.) - 27101. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Inspection of Books [27100 - 27101] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The treasurer must let the chairman of the board of supervisors, the district attorney, and the auditor inspect the treasurer’s books and count the money in the treasury whenever they want to do so.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Inspection of Books [27100 - 27101] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27101. The treasurer shall permit the chairman of the board of supervisors, district attorney, and auditor to examine his books and count the money in the treasury, including the books and money of reclamation districts in his custody, whenever they wish to make an examination or counting. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27120. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Vacancy [27120 - 27121] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
If an official-misconduct action is filed against the county treasurer, the board of supervisors may suspend the treasurer until the case is decided, and it may appoint someone to fill the vacancy.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Vacancy [27120 - 27121] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27120. Whenever an action based upon official misconduct is commenced against the county treasurer, the board of supervisors may suspend him from office until the suit is determined. The board may appoint some person to fill the vacancy, who shall qualify and give such bond as the board determines. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27121. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Vacancy [27120 - 27121] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
If the county treasurer dies, the treasurer’s legal representatives must hand over all official money, books, accounts, papers, and documents they have to the person appointed to fill the vacancy.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Vacancy [27120 - 27121] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27121. In case of the death of the county treasurer, his legal representatives shall deliver to the person appointed to fill the vacancy all official money, books, accounts, papers, and documents which are or come into their possession. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27130. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. )
The Legislature states that local agencies, including school districts, should take part in reviewing investment policies for the funds they deposit.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. ) ## 27130. The Legislature finds and declares that local agencies, including school districts, should participate in reviewing the policies that guide the investment of those funds. The Legislature further finds and declares that by pooling deposits from local agencies and other participants, county treasuries operate in the public interest when they consolidate banking and investment activities, reduce duplication, achieve economies of scale, and carry out coherent and consolidated investment strategies. The Legislature further finds and declares that the creation of county treasury oversight committees will promote the public interest by involving depositors in the management of their funds and by enhancing the security and investment return on their funds by providing a more stable and predictable balance for investment by establishing criteria for the withdrawal of funds. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. Effective January 1, 1996.) - 27131. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. )
County supervisors may create a county treasury oversight committee when surplus funds are being invested; if they do, the committee size and membership categories are set with the county treasurer, and members are nominated by the treasurer and confirmed by the board.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. ) ## 27131. (a) The board of supervisors in each county or city and county may, if the county or city and county is investing surplus funds, establish a county treasury oversight committee. The board of supervisors, in consultation with the county treasurer, shall determine the exact size of the committee, which shall consist of from 3 to 11 members, and the categories from which the members shall be represented, as specified in subdivisions (a) to (g), inclusive, of Section 27132. Members shall be nominated by the treasurer and confirmed by the board of supervisors. (b) In recognition of the state and local interests served by the action made optional in subdivision (a), the Legislature encourages local agencies to continue taking the action formerly mandated by this section. However, nothing in this subdivision may be construed to impose any liability on a local agency that does not continue to take the formerly mandated action. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 889, Sec. 1. Effective September 29, 2004.) - 27132. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. )
The county treasury oversight committee must be made up of members appointed from the listed county, school, district, and public categories.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. ) ## 27132. The county treasury oversight committee, pursuant to Section 27131, shall consist of members appointed from the following: (a) The county treasurer. (b) The county auditor, auditor-controller, or finance director, as the case may be. (c) A representative appointed by the county board of supervisors. (d) The county superintendent of schools or his or her designee. (e) A representative selected by a majority of the presiding officers of the governing bodies of the school districts and community college districts in the county. (f) A representative selected by a majority of the presiding officers of the legislative bodies of the special districts in the county that are required or authorized to deposit funds in the county treasury. (g) Up to five other members of the public. (1) A majority of the other public members shall have expertise in, or an academic background in, public finance. (2) The other public members shall be economically diverse and bipartisan in political registration. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. Effective January 1, 1996.) - 27132.1. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. )
A committee member may not be employed by an entity that made certain campaign contributions within the stated time period.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. ) ## 27132.1. A member may not be employed by an entity that has (a) contributed to the campaign of a candidate for the office of local treasurer, or (b) contributed to the campaign of a candidate to be a member of a legislative body of any local agency that has deposited funds in the county treasury, in the previous three years or during the period that the employee is a member of the committee. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 156, Sec. 3. Effective July 12, 1996.) - 27132.2. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. )
A committee member may not directly or indirectly raise money for certain local treasurer or local agency governing board candidates while serving on the committee.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. ) ## 27132.2. A member may not directly or indirectly raise money for a candidate for local treasurer or a member of the governing board of any local agency that has deposited funds in the county treasury while a member of the committee. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 156, Sec. 4. Effective July 12, 1996.) - 27132.3. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. )
A committee member may not take employment with certain financial firms that do business with the treasurer, during committee service or for one year after leaving.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. ) ## 27132.3. A member may not secure employment with, or be employed by, bond underwriters, bond counsel, security brokerages or dealers, or financial services firms, with whom the treasurer is doing business during the period that the person is a member of the committee or for one year after leaving the committee. (Amended by Stats. 1999, Ch. 32, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2000.) - 27132.4. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. )
Committee meetings must be open to the public and follow the Ralph M. Brown Act.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. ) ## 27132.4. Committee meetings shall be open to the public and subject to the Ralph M. Brown Act (Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 54950) of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5). (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. Effective January 1, 1996.) - 27133. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. )
In counties with a county treasury oversight committee, the county treasurer must prepare an annual investment policy for committee review and monitoring.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. ) ## 27133. In any county that establishes a county treasury oversight committee pursuant to this article, the county treasurer shall annually prepare an investment policy that will be reviewed and monitored by the county treasury oversight committee. The investment policy shall include all of the following: (a) A list of securities or other instruments in which the county treasury may invest, according to law, including the maximum allowable percentage by type of security. (b) The maximum term of any security purchased by the county treasury. (c) The criteria for selecting security brokers and dealers from, to, or through whom the county treasury may purchase or sell securities or other instruments. The criteria shall prohibit the selection of any broker, brokerage, dealer, or securities firm that has, within any consecutive 48-month period following January 1, 1996, made a political contribution in an amount exceeding the limitations contained in Rule G-37 of the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board, to the local treasurer, any member of the governing board of the local agency, or any candidate for those offices. (d) Limits on the receipt of honoraria, gifts, and gratuities from advisors, brokers, dealers, bankers, or other persons with whom the county treasury conducts business by any member of the county treasury oversight committee. These limits may be in addition to the limits set by a committee member’s own agency, by state law, or by the Fair Political Practices Commission. (e) A requirement that the county treasurer provide the county treasury oversight committee with an investment report as required by the board of supervisors. (f) The manner of calculating and apportioning the costs, authorized by Section 27013, of investing, depositing, banking, auditing, reporting, or otherwise handling or managing funds. (g) The terms and conditions under which local agencies and other entities that are not required to deposit their funds in the county treasury may deposit funds for investment purposes. (h) Criteria for considering requests to withdraw funds from the county treasury, pursuant to Section 27136. The criteria shall include an assessment of the effect of a proposed withdrawal on the stability and predictability of the investments in the county treasury. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. Effective January 1, 1996.) - 27134. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. )
The county treasury oversight committee must arrange an annual audit of the county treasury’s compliance with this article.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. ) ## 27134. The county treasury oversight committee shall cause an annual audit to be conducted to determine the county treasury’s compliance with this article. The audit may include issues relating to the structure of the investment portfolio and risk. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. Effective January 1, 1996.) - 27135. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. )
Costs of complying with this article are county charges and may be included among the charges listed in Section 27013.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. ) ## 27135. The costs of complying with this article shall be county charges and may be included with those charges enumerated under Section 27013. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. Effective January 1, 1996.) - 27136. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. )
Before withdrawing certain county treasury pool funds to invest or deposit them elsewhere, the requester must submit the withdrawal request to the county treasurer first.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. ) ## 27136. (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of law, any local agency, public agency, public entity, or public official that has funds on deposit in the county treasury pool and that seeks to withdraw funds for the purpose of investing or depositing those funds outside the county treasury pool, shall first submit the request for withdrawal to the county treasurer before withdrawing funds from the county treasury pool. (b) The county treasurer shall evaluate each proposed withdrawal for its consistency with the criteria adopted pursuant to subdivision (h) of Section 27133. Prior to approving a withdrawal, the county treasurer shall find that the proposed withdrawal will not adversely affect the interests of the other depositors in the county treasury pool. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 156, Sec. 6. Effective July 12, 1996.) - 27137. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. )
The county treasury oversight committee may not direct individual investment decisions, pick individual investment advisors, brokers, or dealers, or interfere with the county treasury’s day-to-day operations.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 5. County Treasurer [27000 - 27137] ( Chapter 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 6. County Treasury Oversight Committees [27130 - 27137] ( Article 6 added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. ) ## 27137. Nothing in this article shall be construed to allow the county treasury oversight committee to direct individual investment decisions, select individual investment advisors, brokers, or dealers, or impinge on the day-to-day operations of the county treasury. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 784, Sec. 10. Effective January 1, 1996.) - 272. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 1. GENERAL [100 - 7931.000] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## DIVISION 1. SOVEREIGNTY AND PEOPLE OF THE STATE [100 - 275.2] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## CHAPTER 2. People of the State [240 - 275.2] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Political Rights and Duties [270 - 275.2] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. )
Allegiance may be renounced by changing residence.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 1. GENERAL [100 - 7931.000] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## DIVISION 1. SOVEREIGNTY AND PEOPLE OF THE STATE [100 - 275.2] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## CHAPTER 2. People of the State [240 - 275.2] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Political Rights and Duties [270 - 275.2] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## 272. Allegiance may be renounced by a change of residence. (Enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134.) - 27201. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county recorder must accept qualifying recordable documents, cannot reject them for lack of legal sufficiency, and must correct qualifying index errors within 30 business days.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27201. (a) (1) (A) The recorder shall, upon payment of proper fees and taxes, accept for recordation any instrument, paper, or notice that is authorized or required by statute, or court order to be recorded, or authorized or required to be recorded by a local ordinance that relates to the recordation of any instrument, paper, or notice that relates to real property, if the instrument, paper, or notice contains sufficient information to be indexed as provided by statute, meets recording requirements of state statutes and local ordinances, and is photographically reproducible. The county recorder shall not refuse to record any instrument, paper, or notice that is authorized or required by statute, court order, or local ordinance that relates to the recordation of any instrument, paper, or notice that relates to real property to be recorded on the basis of its lack of legal sufficiency. (B) “Photographically reproducible,” for purposes of this division, means all instruments, papers, or notices that comply with standards as recommended by the American National Standards Institute or the Association for Information and Image Management for recording of records. (2) (A) A person of or related to the record may request that the recorder correct the information contained in an index of a record. The request shall identify the exact location of an error within a specifically identified index entry. (B) If the person making the request provides sufficient evidence to the recorder to determine that there is an error in the index that needs to be corrected, the recorder shall correct that index entry within 30 business days of receiving the request. (C) The corrected index entry shall be entered into the public index to reflect both the error and the correction. The recorder shall note that an index entry has been corrected in accordance with local policy. (b) (1) Each instrument, paper, or notice shall contain an original signature or signatures, except as otherwise provided by law, or be a certified copy of the original. (2) A facsimile signature shall be accepted on a lien recorded by a governmental agency when that facsimile signature has been officially adopted by that agency. The lien shall have noted on its face a statement to that effect. The officially adopted facsimile signature shall be provided to the county recorder by a letter from the agency. A facsimile signature shall continue to be valid until the agency notifies the county recorder that the facsimile signature has been revoked. (c) (1) Each instrument, paper, or notice that is rerecorded shall be executed and acknowledged or verified as a new document, in addition to any previous execution and acknowledgment or verification, unless any of the following apply: (A) The instrument, paper, or notice is otherwise exempted by Section 27287 or any other law. (B) The instrument, paper, or notice is presented solely to correct a recording sequence. The intent of the parties with regard to the priority of recorded documents shall be controlling regardless of the sequence of recording by a county recorder or the sequence of recording specified in instructions given by a submitter to a county recorder. This subparagraph is declaratory of existing law, and any rerecording of documents to change the sequential numbers assigned to a document by the recorder shall not require the document to be executed and acknowledged or verified as a new document. (C) (i) The instrument, paper, or notice is presented solely to make a minor correction with a corrective affidavit. The corrective affidavit shall satisfy all of the following: (I) Be attached to the original recorded instrument, paper, or notice. (II) Set out the information corrected. (III) Be certified by the party submitting the affidavit under penalty of perjury. (IV) Be acknowledged pursuant to Section 27287. (ii) For purposes of this subparagraph, “minor correction” includes any of the following: (I) An incorrect or missing address of the party to which the instrument, paper, or notice is to be returned following recording pursuant to Section 27361.6. (II) A clarification of illegible text pursuant to Section 27361.7. (III) An incorrect or missing printed or typed name of an individual or entity near the signature pursuant to Section 27280.5. (IV) An incorrect or missing documentary transfer tax amount due pursuant to Section 11932 of the Revenue and Taxation Code. (2) Each rerecorded instrument, paper, or notice shall include a cover sheet that complies with Section 27361.6 and shall state the reason for rerecording on the cover sheet. (Amended by Stats. 2017, Ch. 349, Sec. 1. (AB 794) Effective January 1, 2018.) - 27201.1. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A disinterested custodian may certify a tangible copy as a complete and accurate reproduction of an electronic record, and the recorder must accept qualifying copies for recording.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27201.1. (a) (1) A disinterested custodian of an electronic record may certify that a tangible copy is a complete and accurate reproduction of the electronic record. The certification shall be subscribed and sworn to, or affirmed, by the disinterested custodian before a notary public and accompanied by a jurat attached thereto pursuant to Section 8202. The certification shall be in substantially the following form: Certification of a Printed Copy of an Electronic Record I hereby certify that the attached instrument entitled document title, if applicable, dated document date, and containing page count pages is an accurate reproduction of an electronic record printed by me or under my supervision. At the time of printing, I had access to the electronic record displaying intact tamper-evident security procedures. No security procedures used on the electronic record indicated any changes or errors in an electronic signature or other information in the electronic record after the completion of the electronic record’s creation, execution, or notarization. I am not a grantee, beneficiary, or otherwise a person who directly benefits from the attached instrument or electronic record. I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraphs are true and correct. Dated: ______ Name: ______ Signature: ______ (2) A certification made by a disinterested custodian pursuant to this subdivision is separate and distinct from a certified copy issued by a recorder for purposes of Sections 1530 and 1531 of the Evidence Code. The disinterested custodian shall so identify the certification according to the form required by paragraph (1). (b) The recorder shall accept for recording a tangible copy of an electronic record bearing electronic signatures and containing a certificate in the form required by subdivision (a) as a certified copy of an original pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 27201 provided that the electronic record is otherwise an instrument or notice that is authorized or required to be recorded and the tangible copy satisfies the requirements of subparagraph (A) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (a) of Section 27201. (c) A tangible copy of an electronic record, once copied into the proper book of record, kept in the office of any county recorder, imparts notice of its contents to subsequent purchasers and encumbrancers, notwithstanding any failure of the person making the certification to qualify as a disinterested custodian. (d) For purposes of this section, “electronic record,” “electronic signature,” and “security procedure” have the same meaning as in Section 1633.2 of the Civil Code, and “disinterested custodian” means a person who has access to an electronic record displaying intact tamper-evident security procedures and who is not the grantee, beneficiary, or otherwise a person who directly benefits from the electronic record. (Added by Stats. 2024, Ch. 691, Sec. 2. (AB 2004) Effective January 1, 2025.) - 27201.5. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A mailed request for a certified birth or death record must include a notarized statement under penalty of perjury saying the requester is an authorized person.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27201.5. (a) A notary acknowledgment shall be deemed complete for recording purposes without a photographically reproducible official seal of the notary public if the seal, as described in Section 8207, is present and legible, and the name of the notary, the county of the notary’s principal place of business, the notary’s telephone number, the notary’s registration number, and the notary’s commission expiration date are typed or printed in a manner that is photographically reproducible below, or immediately adjacent to, the notary’s signature in the acknowledgment. (b) If a request for a certified copy of a birth or death record is received by mail, a notarized statement sworn under penalty of perjury shall accompany the request, stating that the requester is an authorized person, as defined by law. (Added by Stats. 2004, Ch. 6, Sec. 2. Effective January 22, 2004.) - 27202. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county recorder must record certain federal instruments on request, without requiring advance payment of the recording fee, and must issue the proper government voucher for payment.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27202. Upon the request of any officer of the United States, the county recorder shall record instruments to which the United States is a party without payment of the recording fee in advance and shall execute the proper government voucher for payment. Upon payment, the fee shall be transmitted to the Treasurer with the recorder’s first settlement after the collection. (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 269, Sec. 2. (SB 184) Effective January 1, 2016.) - 27203. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A recorder may give a refusal form for an unrecordable document and must keep a copy of the refused document; if a court later finds the document is recordable, the recorder must pay review filing fees and record it within a reasonable time.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27203. Any recorder to whom an instrument proved or acknowledged according to law or any paper or notice which may by law be recorded is delivered for record is liable to the party aggrieved for the amount of the damages occasioned thereby, if he or she commits any of the following acts: (a) Neglects or refuses to record the instrument, paper, or notice within a reasonable time after receiving it. (1) This subdivision shall not apply to an instrument, paper, or notice that the recorder has determined to be an unrecordable document pursuant to this chapter. Nothing in this subdivision shall preclude the application of Section 27201. (2) The recorder may provide, to any person presenting a document the recorder determines to be an unrecordable document, a form stating that the person has the right to judicial review in a court of competent jurisdiction of the recorder’s refusal to record the document. The form shall include a section stating the recorder’s reason for refusing the document. The form shall provide notice that it is a public offense to further attempt to record the document without an order of the court as provided by Section 27204. The recorder shall keep a correct copy of the refused document. In the event the document is determined by the court to be a recordable document, the recorder shall pay the filing fees for the review, and shall record the document within a reasonable time. (b) Records any instrument, paper, or notice, willfully or negligently, untruly, or in any manner other than that prescribed by this chapter. (c) Neglects or refuses to keep in his or her office the indices required by this chapter. (d) Alters, changes, obliterates, or inserts any new matter in any records deposited in the recorder’s office, unless the recorder is correcting an indexing error. The recorder may make marginal notations on records as part of the recording process. (e) Refuses to make the proper entries in the indices required by this chapter. (f) Neglects to make the proper entries in the indices required by this chapter. Nothing in this subdivision prohibits a recorder from correcting an indexing error. (g) Fails to correct an indexing error pursuant to subparagraph (B) of paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 27201. (Amended by Stats. 2017, Ch. 349, Sec. 2. (AB 794) Effective January 1, 2018.) - 27203.5. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
If the recorder willfully and maliciously does certain acts or gains a personal financial benefit from them, the recorder is liable to the injured party for triple damages.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27203.5. If the recorder willfully and maliciously commits any of the acts described in Section 27203 or derives a personal financial benefit from committing any of those acts, the recorder is liable to the party aggrieved for three times the amount of damages occasioned thereby. (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 269, Sec. 4. (SB 184) Effective January 1, 2016.) - 27204. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A person who gets an unrecordable-document form from the recorder and then tries to record the document without a court order commits a misdemeanor.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27204. Any person who receives a form from the recorder pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 27203, stating that the proffered document is unrecordable, and who subsequently attempts to record the document without an order from the court requiring recordation of that document, is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by imprisonment in a county jail not exceeding six months, by a fine not exceeding one thousand dollars ($1,000), or by both that imprisonment and fine, or of an infraction punishable pursuant to Section 19.8 of the Penal Code. (Added by Stats. 1997, Ch. 448, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1998.) - 27205. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder may return certain filed construction documents after two years, and may destroy them after five years, unless written notice is given to retain them.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27205. After two years from the date of filing in the recorder’s office of notice of completion of any building or improvement, the contract, plans, specifications and bond under which the work or improvement was performed may be returned by the recorder to the person filing them, unless the recorder has been notified in writing to retain them by someone claiming some interest under the contract or in the property affected. After five years from the date of filing in the recorder’s office of any contract, plans, and specifications of any building or improvement, the recorder may destroy the contract, plans, specifications, and bond relating thereto if they have not been delivered as provided in this section, unless he has been notified in writing to retain them by someone claiming some interest under the contract or in the property affected. (Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1007.) - 27206. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county recorder may destroy federal tax liens and related releases eight years after filing, if a certified microfilm copy of each unreleased lien has been made. The film must meet federal quality standards, and the original microfilm must be stored separately and securely.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27206. The county recorder may destroy federal tax liens together with any release of said liens eight years after the lien was filed in his office; provided, a microfilm copy of each unreleased tax lien has been made and certified in the manner provided for in Section 1551 of the Evidence Code. All film used in the microphotography process shall comply with the minimum standards of quality approved by the United States Bureau of Standards. The original copy of the microfilm shall be kept in a safe and separate place for security purposes. (Amended by Stats. 1969, Ch. 371.) - 27207. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A county board of supervisors may authorize destruction of certain Land Title Law filed papers or record books, but only at the county recorder’s request and after the Section 26205.5 conditions are met.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27207. At the request of the county recorder, the board of supervisors of any county may authorize the destruction of any or all of the filed papers or records books created under the Land Title Law (an initiative measure adopted by the electors November 3, 1914, and repealed effective May 1, 1955) after compliance with all the conditions in paragraphs (a), (b), (c), and (d) of Section 26205.5 of the Government Code. (Added by Stats. 1967, Ch. 58.) - 27208. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A county recorder may destroy or otherwise dispose of a paper or document that has been microfilmed if it was filed or submitted more than one year earlier, unless another law requires longer retention or the recorder decides it should be kept.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27208. If a paper or document has been microfilmed, the county recorder may destroy or otherwise dispose of any paper or document filed with or submitted to him or her more than one year previously, unless another provision of law requires a longer retention period or unless the recorder determines that there is a need for its retention. In determining where there is a need for retaining a paper or document, consideration shall be given to factors, including, but not limited to, future public need, the effect of statutes of limitation, and historical significance. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 982, Sec. 11.) - 27210. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county recorder may certify a record using certain kinds of facsimile or electronic signatures if the recorder’s office seal is affixed.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27210. The county recorder may use a printed, stamped, photographically reproduced facsimile, electronic, or otherwise digitally created signature in certifying to a record in the recorder’s office provided that the certification has the seal of the recorder’s office affixed thereto. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 187, Sec. 3. (SB 882) Effective January 1, 2024.) - 27211. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep an official seal for the office and make sure it shows legibly when used on certifications.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 1. Duties Generally [27201 - 27211] ( Article 1 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27211. (a) The recorder shall keep an official seal of the recorder’s office that shall, when embossed, stamped, impressed, or affixed to a certification, show legibly. The seal may be applied manually, mechanically, electronically, or by other digital means. The seal shall: (1) Be circular in shape; (2) Be not less than 11/4 inches and not more than 2 inches in diameter; (3) Have in the center any words or design adopted by the recorder; (4) Have inscribed around the central words or design, “Recorder, ____ County, California,” inserting therein the name of the county. (b) This section does not prohibit a recorder from continuing to use a seal of a design different than that specified in subdivision (a) if that seal has customarily been used. (Amended by Stats. 2023, Ch. 187, Sec. 4. (SB 882) Effective January 1, 2024.) - 27230. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must buy or obtain books for records as needed for the office.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27230. The recorder shall procure any books for records as the business of the recorder’s office requires, but orders for the books shall first be obtained from the board of supervisors. The books used may contain printed forms of deeds, mortgages, or other instruments, papers, or notices of general use. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 467, Sec. 4. (SB 1498) Effective January 1, 2019.) - 27231. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep custody of all books, records, maps, and papers deposited in the recorder’s office.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27231. The recorder has the custody of, and shall keep all books, records, maps, and papers deposited in the recorder’s office. (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 269, Sec. 8. (SB 184) Effective January 1, 2016.) - 27232. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep an index of deeds, grants, and transfers, labeled “Grantors,” with specified columns for grantors, grantees, and where recorded.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27232. The recorder shall keep an index of deeds, grants, and transfers, labeled “Grantors,” each page divided into three columns, headed respectively: “Names of grantors,” “Names of grantees,” and “Where recorded.” (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27233. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep a deeds index labeled “Grantees” with three columns: grantees, grantors, and where recorded.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27233. The recorder shall keep an index of deeds, labeled “Grantees,” each page divided into three columns, headed respectively: “Names of grantees,” “Names of grantors,” and “Where recorded.” (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27234. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep two mortgage indexes in the specified labels and column format.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27234. The recorder shall keep two indices of mortgages, labeled respectively: “Mortgagors of real property” and “Mortgagors of personal property,” with the pages thereof divided into three columns, headed respectively: “Names of mortgagors,” “Names of mortgagees,” and “Where recorded.” (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27235. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep two mortgage indices with specified labels and page column headings.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27235. The recorder shall keep two indices of mortgages, labeled respectively: “Mortgagees of real property” and “Mortgagees of personal property,” with the pages thereof divided into three columns, headed respectively: “Names of mortgagees,” “Names of mortgagors,” and “Where recorded.” (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27236. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep two mortgage-release indices.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27236. The recorder shall keep two indices of releases of mortgages, labeled respectively: “Releases of mortgages of real property—mortgagors” and “Releases of mortgages of personal property—mortgagors,” with pages thereof divided into four columns, headed respectively: “Parties releasing,” “To whom releases are given,” “Where releases are recorded,” and “Where mortgages released are recorded.” (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27237. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep two mortgage-release indices with the specified labels and column headings.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27237. The recorder shall keep two indices of releases of mortgages, labeled respectively: “Releases of mortgages of real property—mortgagees” and “Releases of mortgages of personal property—mortgagees,” with pages thereof divided into three columns, headed respectively: “Parties whose mortgages are released,” “Parties releasing,” and “Where recorded.” (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27238. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep an index of powers of attorney with the specified label and four columns.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27238. The recorder shall keep an index of powers of attorney, labeled: “Powers of attorney,” each page divided into four columns, headed respectively: “Names of parties executing the powers,” “To whom powers are executed,” “Date of recording,” and “Where powers are recorded.” (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27239. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep a lease index labeled “Leases—lessors” with the specified column headings.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27239. The recorder shall keep an index of leases, labeled: “Leases—lessors,” each page divided into three columns, headed respectively: “Names of lessors,” “Names of lessees,” and “When and where recorded.” (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27240. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep an index of leases in the specified format.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27240. The recorder shall keep an index of leases, labeled: “Leases—lessees,” each page divided into three columns, headed respectively: “Names of lessees,” “Names of lessors,” and “When and where recorded.” (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27243. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep an index of assignments of mortgages and leases in the specified labeled format.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27243. The recorder shall keep an index of assignments of mortgages and leases, labeled: “Assignments of mortgages and leases—assignors,” each page divided into four columns, headed respectively: “Assignors,” “Assignees,” “Instruments assigned,” and “When and where recorded.” (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27244. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep a labeled index of assignments of mortgages and leases, with each page divided into four specified columns.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27244. The recorder shall keep an index of assignments of mortgages and leases, labeled: “Assignments of mortgages and leases—assignees,” each page divided into four columns, headed respectively: “Assignees,” “Assignors,” “Instruments assigned,” and “When and where recorded.” (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27246. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep an index of official bonds.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27246. The recorder shall keep an index of official bonds, labeled: “Official bonds,” each page divided into four columns, headed respectively: “Names of officers,” “Names of offices,” “Amount of bonds,” and “When and where recorded.” (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27247. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep an index of notices of mechanics’ liens and format it with the required label and column headings.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27247. The recorder shall keep an index of notices of mechanics’ liens, labeled: “Mechanics’ liens,” each page divided into three columns, headed respectively: “Parties against whom claimed,” “Parties claiming liens,” and “Notices—When and where recorded.” (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27248. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep a labeled index of abstracts of judgments in a specified column format, and must also include or separately index certain installment-judgment and satisfaction/release records.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27248. (a) The recorder shall keep an index to abstracts of judgments, labeled: “Abstracts of judgments,” each page divided into six columns, headed respectively: “Judgment debtors,” “Judgment creditors,” “Amount of judgments,” “Where recovered,” “Date entered or renewed,” and “When abstract filed.” (b) The recorder shall include in the index referred to in subdivision (a), or shall keep a comparable separate index to, all of the following: (1) Certified copies of judgments payable in installments recorded under Section 697.320 or 697.330 of the Code of Civil Procedure. (2) Acknowledgments of satisfaction of judgment, court clerk’s certificates of satisfaction of judgment, acknowledgments of satisfaction of matured installments under an installment judgment, and releases and subordinations of judgment liens, recorded under Section 697.400 of the Code of Civil Procedure. (Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 497, Sec. 115. Operative July 1, 1983, by Sec. 185 of Ch. 497.) - 27249. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep an index of attachments.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27249. The recorder shall keep an index of attachments, labeled: “Attachments,” each page divided into five columns, headed respectively: “Parties against whom attachments are levied (Defendants),” “Parties on whose behalf attachments are levied (Plaintiffs),” “Notices of attachments,” “When recorded,” and “Where recorded.” (Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 497, Sec. 116. Operative July 1, 1983, by Sec. 185 of Ch. 497.) - 27250. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep an index of notices of the pendency of actions, with a specified label and column layout.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27250. The recorder shall keep an index of notices of the pendency of actions, labeled: “Notices of actions,” each page divided into three columns, headed respectively: “Parties to the action,” “Notices—when recorded,” and “Where recorded.” (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27252. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep an index to birth, death, and marriage certificates.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27252. The recorder shall keep an index to the certificates of births, deaths and marriages. (Amended by Stats. 1951, Ch. 95.) - 27254. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep an index of mining locations and related documents, labeled “Mining locations,” with specified columns.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27254. The recorder shall keep an index of mining locations and of documents affecting them, labeled, “Mining locations,” divided into suitable columns showing the name of locator, date of locations, date of recording, and place where claim is located. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27255. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
County recorders must keep a comprehensive index of conservation easements and related notices, and include new conservation easements in it under specified conditions.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27255. (a) The county recorder in each county shall develop and maintain, within the existing indexing system, a comprehensive index of conservation easements and Notice of Conservation Easement on land within that county. The conservation easement index developed and maintained pursuant to this subdivision shall include all conservation easements recorded on and after January 1, 2002. (b) For the purposes of this section, “conservation easement” means any limitation in a recorded instrument that contains an easement, restriction, covenant, condition, or offer to dedicate, which is or has been executed by or on behalf of the owner of the land subject to that limitation and is binding upon successive owners of the land, and the purpose of which is to retain land predominantly in its natural, scenic, historical, agricultural, forested, or open-space condition. “Conservation easement” includes a conservation easement as defined in Section 815.1 of the Civil Code, an open-space easement as defined in Section 51075 of this code, and an agricultural conservation easement as defined in Section 10211 of the Public Resources Code. (c) On and after January 1, 2002, when a county recorder records a new conservation easement affecting property within the county, he or she shall include the easement in the index developed and maintained pursuant to subdivision (a), if the document containing the easement is entitled “Conservation Easement,” or the following document is properly filled out by the submitter, and recorded at the same time, or at a later date: Recording Requested by and When Recorded Return to: NOTICE OF CONSERVATION EASEMENT The undersigned hereby gives notice that a Conservation Easement was recorded in the County Recorder’s Office on and recorded as Document Number . The grantors and grantees of the conservation easement were Grantors Grantees I declare under penalty of perjury that the above statement is true and correct. Signed ___________________________ Dated ___________________________ THIS NOTICE IS FOR INDEXING PURPOSES ONLY AND DOES NOT, BY ITSELF, CONSTITUTE A CONSERVATION EASEMENT (d) In order to include conservation easements recorded prior to January 1, 2002, the comprehensive index of conservation easements and “Notice of Conservation Easement” developed and maintained pursuant to subdivision (a), any parties to conservation easements, including, but not limited to, the counties, cities, recreation and park districts or agencies, state conservancies, state agencies, the California Coastal Commission, land trusts, and nonprofit organizations may fill out and record a Notice of Conservation Easement pursuant to subdivision (c) for each previously recorded conservation easement, in the county in which the affected real property is located. (e) Pursuant to Section 27361, the standard fee charged by the county recorder for recording the conservation easement document shall include funds to cover the costs associated with indexing the document. (f) It is the intent of the Legislature that nothing in this section shall be construed to require a county recorder to develop and maintain an index separate from the existing indexing system, and that the conservation easement index be established by using existing resources. (Amended by Stats. 2006, Ch. 531, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 2007.) - 27256. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep other indices required to perform official duties.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27256. The recorder shall keep such other indices as are required in the performance of official duties. (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 269, Sec. 10. (SB 184) Effective January 1, 2016.) - 27257. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder may use specified alternative indexing systems for records.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27257. Instead of those indices indicated in this division, the recorder may utilize either of the following systems of indexing: (a) The recorder may keep two indices, labeled respectively: “General index of grantors” (names of grantors, defendants, and first parties, who would otherwise be indexed in any of the other indices specified in this article) and “General index of grantees” (names of grantees, plaintiffs, and second parties, who would otherwise be indexed in any of the other indices specified in this article). Each page of the general index of grantors shall be divided into seven columns, labeled respectively: “Date filed,” “Grantors and defendants,” “Grantees and plaintiffs,” “Title,” “Document number,” “Book,” and “Page.” Each page of the general index of grantees shall be divided into seven columns, labeled respectively: “Date filed,” “Grantees and plaintiffs,” “Grantors and defendants,” “Title,” “Document number,” “Book,” and “Page”; or (b) The recorder may combine the general index of grantors and the general index of grantees into a single index which shall alphabetically combine the grantors and grantees as defined in subdivision (a). Each page of the “General grantor-grantee index” shall be divided into seven columns, labeled respectively: “Date filed,” “Grantors-grantees,” “Grantees-grantors,” “Title,” “Document number,” “Book,” and “Page.” Where such a combined index is used, the names of the grantors shall be distinguished from the names of the grantees, as respectively defined in subdivision (a), by an easily recognizable mark or symbol. (c) Indexing as enumerated in subdivisions (a) and (b) may be in lieu of indexing in any of the other indices, and shall impart notice in like manner and effect as the indexing would otherwise impart in the other indices provided for in this division. If the recorder keeps any other index, the recorder shall not be required to index those names in the general index as enumerated in subdivisions (a) and (b). Nothing in this section shall prevent the recorder from indexing any names which also appear in any other of the recorder’s indices. (d) Where the method of subdivision (a) or (b) is utilized, and in those counties where the recorder alphabetizes grantors’ and grantees’ names by mechanical methods, fewer columnar headings may be used in the indices, if adequate index reference to the location of each document in the permanent file, book, or film record is provided. (e) The alphabetical subdivisions in each of the general indices shall be so arranged, as nearly as possible, that the entries to be made in the indices will be equally apportioned. The alphabetical subdivisions shall be sufficient in number to facilitate reference. (f) The recorder may keep in the same volume any two or more of the indices enumerated in this article, and the several indices shall be kept distinct from each other and the volume distinctly marked on the outside so as to show all the indices kept in it, provided that nothing in this section shall prohibit the recorder from combining the general indices in one volume as enumerated in subdivision (b). The names of the parties in the first column in the several indices shall be arranged in alphabetical order. (g) The recorder may combine the general grantor-grantee index in a computerized or electronic format. The names of the grantors shall be distinguished from the names of the grantees, as respectively defined in subdivision (a), by an easily recognizable mark or symbol. (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 269, Sec. 11. (SB 184) Effective January 1, 2016.) - 27263. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must index specified names for certain recorded documents, but need not index the trustee’s name in a deed of trust or reconveyance.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27263. When a conveyance is executed by a sheriff or marshal, the name of the sheriff or marshal and the party charged in the execution shall both be inserted in the index. When an instrument, paper, or notice is recorded to which an executor, administrator, or trustee is a party, the name of the executor, administrator, or trustee and the name of the testator, or intestate, or party for whom the trust is held, shall be inserted in the index. The recorder need not index the name of the trustee in a deed of trust or in a partial or full deed of reconveyance. A trustee’s deed given upon exercise of the power of sale under any deed of trust shall be indexed under the names of the original trustor and the grantee named therein. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 467, Sec. 5. (SB 1498) Effective January 1, 2019.) - 27264. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must keep a separate “Record of Patents” or official records book and record qualifying land patents in it.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27264. The recorder shall provide a separate book called “Record of Patents” or official records in which shall be recorded all patents of land situate in the county, whether issued by the United States or the State, which are offered for record duly executed pursuant to law. (Amended by Stats. 1949, Ch. 98.) - 27265. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
County recorders may destroy temporary index sheets after permanent yearly indexes are completed, if the indexes were compiled by key punch and printing machines and the temporary sheets were used for public access first.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Books [27230 - 27265] ( Article 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27265. Where indexes are compiled by the use of key punch and printing machines, if temporary index sheets are provided for the use of the public before the permanent yearly indexes are compiled, county recorders may destroy said temporary index sheets when the permanent yearly indexes are completed from the same key punch cards as were used in making the temporary index sheets. (Added by Stats. 1949, Ch. 126.) - 27279. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
This section defines “instrument” and allows a county recorder to accept digitized or digital images for recording if stated conditions are met.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27279. (a) “Instrument,” as used in this chapter, means a written paper signed by a person or persons transferring the title to, or giving a lien on real property, or giving a right to a debt or duty. (b) The recorder of any county may, in lieu of a written paper, accept for recording digitized images, digital images, or both, of a recordable instrument, paper, or notice if both of the following conditions are met: (1) The image conforms to all other applicable statutes that prescribe recordability, except the requirement of original signatures in subdivision (b) of Section 27201. (2) The requester and addressee for delivery of the recorded images are the same and can be readily identified as a local or state government entity, or an agency, branch, or instrumentality of the federal government. (Amended by Stats. 2007, Ch. 277, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2008.) - 27279.1. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorders of San Bernardino County and Orange County may accept a digitized image instead of a paper document if specified conditions are met.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27279.1. (a) The recorders of San Bernardino County and Orange County may accept, in lieu of a written paper document, a digitized image of a recordable instrument if both of the following conditions are met: (1) The requester and addressee for delivery of the recorded image meets the criteria set forth in either Section 27279.2 or 27279.3. (2) The county recorder determines that accepting electronically recorded documents from the requester is in the best interest of the county and the public. Factors the county recorder shall consider include, but are not limited to, both of the following: (A) Whether or not the volume and quality of digitized instruments submitted by the requester will be sufficient to warrant electronic recordation. (B) Whether, in order to protect the county and the public, the requester has effective security precautions addressing potential fraud and forging of documents in the electronic recordation process. (b) The Legislature finds and declares that, because of the unique circumstances applicable to the counties referenced in subdivision (a), as regards the present ability of these counties to process digitized images for electronic recordation, a statute of general applicability cannot be enacted within the meaning of subdivision (b) of Section 16 of Article IV of the California Constitution. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 463, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 1999.) - 27279.2. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The requester and addressee for delivery of a recorded image may record a digitized image of a recordable instrument if the instrument qualifies as a state or federal government entity-related instrument under the cited provisions.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27279.2. For purposes of Section 27279.1, the requester and addressee for delivery of a recorded image may record a digitized image of a recordable instrument if it is an entity, agency, branch, or instrumentality of the state or federal government qualifying under either Section 27279 of this code or Section 2106.5 of the Code of Civil Procedure. (Added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 463, Sec. 4. Effective January 1, 1999.) - 27279.3. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A requester and addressee for delivery of a recorded image may record a digitized image of a recordable instrument if the requester meets the conditions in Section 27279.1(a)(2).
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27279.3. (a) A requester and addressee for delivery of a recorded image may record a digitized image of a recordable instrument if the requester meets the conditions set forth in paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) of Section 27279.1. (b) This section shall become operative on January 1, 2000. (Repealed (in Sec. 5) and added by Stats. 1998, Ch. 463, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1999. Section operative January 1, 2000, by its own provisions.) - 27279.4. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The California Attorney General must appoint an Electronic Recordation Task Force, and the task force must meet regularly and make recommendations on electronic recordation issues.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27279.4. (a) The California Attorney General shall appoint an Electronic Recordation Task Force consisting of voluntary representatives from governmental agencies and industry groups specified in subdivision (b) who shall meet on a regular basis to address the technical, legal, security and economic issues associated with electronic recordation. The task force shall make recommendations regarding all of the following: (1) In addition to requesters qualifying under Section 27279.2, which persons and entities should be authorized to digitize and record documents electronically after January 1, 2000, in order to limit real property fraud, forgery, and consumer risks associated with electronic recordation and provide a cost benefit to the county. (2) Guidelines for the standardization of both software and hardware used by counties to ensure maximum efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and maximum use of the electronic recordation process by requesters qualifying under Sections 27279.2 and 27279.3. (3) Appropriate recording fees and other assessments to cover increased costs to both county recorders and requesters. (b) The task force described in subdivision (a) shall consist of representatives from governmental and industry groups, including county recorders, county district attorneys, the Franchise Tax Board, Fannie Mae, the United States Internal Revenue Service, trustees, mortgage bankers, financial institutions, and the title insurance and real estate industries. (Amended by Stats. 2001, Ch. 745, Sec. 101. Effective October 12, 2001.) - 27280. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Some real-property instruments or judgments may be recorded. If a recordation changes ownership, a change in ownership statement may be attached, and the recorder must send it to the county assessor quickly. The statement is confidential and generally cannot be recorded or inspected publicly.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27280. (a) Any instrument or judgment affecting the title to or possession of real property may be recorded pursuant to this chapter. (b) Any instrument or document submitted for recordation which effectuates a change in ownership may be accompanied by a change in ownership statement as provided for in Section 480 of the Revenue and Taxation Code. Upon receipt of such change in ownership statement, the recorder shall transmit, as soon as possible, the original statement or true copy thereof to the county assessor along with the recorded document as required by Section 255.7 of the Revenue and Taxation Code. The change in ownership statement shall not be recorded nor open and available to public inspection and shall at all times remain confidential, except as provided in Section 408 of the Revenue and Taxation Code. (Amended by Stats. 1979, Ch. 242.) - 27280.5. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Certain names on recordation documents must be signed, typed, or printed before the county recorder accepts them.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27280.5. The names of parties required to be indexed appearing in any instrument, paper, or notice presented for recordation shall be legibly signed, typed, or printed therein before acceptance by the county recorder. The names of all persons executing or witnessing a document shall be legibly signed or shall be typed or printed to the side of or below the signature. The absence or neglect to legibly sign, type, or print the names shall not affect the notice otherwise imparted by recording. (Added by Stats. 1967, Ch. 56.) - 27280.6. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
It is unlawful to file or try to file an exclusive listing agreement, or a memorandum or notice of one, with a county recorder.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27280.6. (a) It is unlawful to present for recording or filing, or otherwise attempt to record or file, with a county recorder an exclusive listing agreement of any duration or any memoranda or notice of such agreement. A violation of this subdivision shall also constitute a violation of Section 1670.12 of the Civil Code. (b) For purposes of this section, “exclusive listing agreement” means any contract or agreement providing an exclusive right to list or sell residential real property, including: (1) An exclusive agreement as described in Section 10018.15 or 10018.16 of the Business and Professions Code. (2) A contract or agreement to enter into any such agreement or arrangement. (c) Any person licensed pursuant to Division 4 (commencing with Section 10000) of the Business and Professions Code who violates any provision of this section shall be deemed to have violated that person’s licensing law. (Added by Stats. 2023, Ch. 577, Sec. 3. (AB 1345) Effective January 1, 2024.) - 27281. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Some deeds or grants to a political corporation or governmental agency cannot be recorded unless the grantee’s acceptance is attached or printed on the document.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27281. (a) Deeds or grants conveying any interest in or easement upon real estate to a political corporation or governmental agency for public purposes shall not be accepted for recordation without the consent of the grantee evidenced by its certificate or resolution of acceptance attached to or printed on the deed or grant. If a certificate of acceptance is used, it shall be in substantially the following form: This is to certify that the interest in real property conveyed by the deed or grant dated _________ from _________ to _________ , a political corporation and/or governmental agency is hereby accepted by order of the _____ (legislative body) _____ on _____ (date) _____ , (or by the undersigned officer or agent on behalf of the _____ (legislative body) _____ pursuant to authority conferred by resolution of the _____ (legislative body) _____ adopted on _____ (date) _____ ,) and the grantee consents to recordation thereof by its duly authorized officer. Dated ____________________By (b) A political corporation or governmental agency, by a general resolution, may authorize one or more officers or agents to accept and consent to a deed or grant described in subdivision (a). (c) In cases where the county tax collector files purchaser’s deeds with respect to a sale for defaulted taxes, the information contained in those documents shall be deemed to constitute compliance with this section. (d) The requirements of this section shall not apply to a deed of trust or other security or regulatory document recorded by or on behalf of a state agency pursuant to a program or activity of the agency authorized by statute or regulation. (e) Subdivision (a) does not apply to a revocable transfer on death deed. (f) A revocable transfer on death deed that names a political corporation or governmental agency as a beneficiary does not transfer title to that political corporation or governmental agency unless and until the political corporation or governmental agency records a resolution of acceptance or a certificate of consent in a form substantially similar to the form prescribed in subdivision (a). (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 215, Sec. 1. (SB 315) Effective January 1, 2022.) - 27281.5. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Some property conveyance restrictions must be put into, or referenced by, a recorded document to be valid and enforceable.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27281.5. (a) Any restriction imposed upon real property on or after January 1, 1982, which restricts either the ability of the owner of real property to convey the real property or the owner of a proprietary leasehold interest to convey such interest and which is imposed by a municipal or governmental entity on real property or a proprietary leasehold interest which is not owned by the municipal or governmental entity, shall be specifically set forth in a recorded document which particularly describes the real property restricted in order to impart constructive notice of the restriction, or shall be referenced in a recorded document which particularly describes the real property restricted and which refers by page and book number to a separately recorded document in which the restriction is set forth in full. (b) Any restriction on the ability of a person to convey real property which is subject to subdivision (a) shall be valid and enforceable only when the requirements contained in subdivision (a) have been met. (c) Nothing in this section shall be construed, either directly or by implication, to enhance, diminish, or authorize any municipal or governmental entity to impose a restriction on the ability of a person to convey real property or a proprietary leasehold interest. (Added by Stats. 1981, Ch. 663, Sec. 1.) - 27282. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Certain listed documents may be recorded without acknowledgment, a certificate of acknowledgment, or further proof.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27282. (a) The following documents may be recorded without acknowledgment, certificate of acknowledgment, or further proof: (1) A judgment affecting the title to or possession of real property, authenticated by the certificate of the clerk of the court in which the judgment was rendered. (2) A notice of support judgment, an interstate lien, a release of lien, or any other document completed and recorded by a local child support agency or a state agency acting pursuant to Title IV-D of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. Sec. 651 et seq.). (3) A notice of location of mining claim. (4) Certificates of amounts of taxes, interest and penalties due, notices of state tax liens and extensions thereof executed by the state, county, or city taxing agencies or officials pursuant to Chapter 14 (commencing with Section 7150) of Division 7 of Title 1 of the Government Code, and Sections 2191.3, 2191.4, and 11495 of the Revenue and Taxation Code, and releases, partial releases, and subordinations executed pursuant to Chapter 14 (commencing with Section 7150) of Division 7 of Title 1 of the Government Code, and Sections 2191.4, 11496, 14307, and 14308 of the Revenue and Taxation Code. (5) Notices of lien for postponed property taxes executed pursuant to Section 16182. (6) A release or discharge of a lien for postponed property taxes as authorized by Chapter 6 (commencing with Section 16180) of Part 1 of Division 4 of Title 2. (7) A fixture filing as defined by paragraph (40) of subdivision (a) of Section 9102 of the Commercial Code. (8) An order affecting title to or possession of real property issued by a court in an action subject to Section 12527, authenticated by the certificate of the clerk of the court in which the order was issued or a copy of that order authenticated by a declaration under penalty of perjury by the Attorney General or by an assistant or deputy of the Attorney General attesting that the contents of the copy are the same as the original order issued by the court. (9) A court certified copy of a satisfaction of judgment. (10) A certificate of correction filed pursuant to Sections 66470 and 66472.1. (11) Any modification document, instrument, paper, or notice to remove a restrictive covenant that is in violation of Section 12955. (b) Any document described in this section, from the time it is filed with the recorder for record, is constructive notice of the contents thereof to subsequent purchasers and mortgagees. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 359, Sec. 4. (AB 1466) Effective January 1, 2022.) - 27283. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A recorded notice of location of a mining claim filed before March 9, 1897 in the proper office counts as fully valid even if it lacked acknowledgment or proof.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27283. The record of all notices of location of mining claims made prior to March 9, 1897 in the proper office without acknowledgment, or certificate of acknowledgment, or other proof, has the same force and effect for all purposes as if the notices had been duly acknowledged or proved and certified as required by law. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27284. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Affidavits about work or posting notices on mining claims may be recorded in the county recorder’s office where the claims are located.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27284. Affidavits showing work or posting of notices upon mining claims may be recorded in the recorder’s office of the county where the mining claims are situated. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27285. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Certain listed documents may be recorded without acknowledgment or further proof.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27285. The following documents may be recorded without acknowledgment or further proof: (a) Letters patent from the United States or from the state, executed and authenticated pursuant to existing law. (b) Leases for the development and extraction of minerals, including oil and gas, in which the United States is the lessor, executed on behalf of the United States by the Secretary of the Interior or by any other properly authorized officer or officers. (c) Copies of interdepartmental letters or decisions of the Department of the Interior or of any duly authorized officer or employee thereof approving assignments or surrenders of such leases or encumbrances thereon or canceling any such leases, certified by the Director of the Bureau of Land Management of the Department of the Interior, or by any duly authorized officer or employee having the custody of such letters of decisions. (d) Copies of documents filed with the General Land Office of the Department of the Interior or in any district land office executed and acknowledged in a manner which would entitle them to be recorded and by which any interest in such leases or in the production thereunder is conveyed, assigned, encumbered or quitclaimed, certified by the officer or employee of the Department of the Interior having the custody of such documents. When a copy of any document so certified is recorded, the record has the same force and effect as though it were the record of the original document. (Amended by Stats. 1979, Ch. 373.) - 27286. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A person claiming title under lost, unavailable, or unrecorded letters patent may record a certified transcript of the government copy instead of the original, and that recorded copy has the same prima facie effect as the original until the original is recorded.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27286. If letters patent have been lost or are beyond the control of any party deraigning title from them, or if for any reason they remain unrecorded, any person claiming title thereunder may cause a transcript of the copy of such letters patent kept by the government issuing them, duly certified by the officer or individual having lawful custody of the copy, to be recorded in lieu of the original, and the recorded copy has prima facie the same force and effect as the original for title or for evidence, until the original letters patent are recorded. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27287. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Most instruments must be acknowledged or otherwise proved and certified before they can be recorded, unless they fall within listed exceptions.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27287. Unless it belongs to the class provided for in either Sections 27282 to 27286, inclusive, or Section 1202 or 1203, of the Civil Code, or is a fictitious mortgage or deed of trust as provided in Section 2952 or 2963 of the Civil Code, or is a fictitious oil and gas lease as provided in Section 1219 of the Civil Code, or is a claim of lien under Section 8416 of the Civil Code or a notice of completion under Section 8182 or 9204 of the Civil Code, before an instrument can be recorded its execution shall be acknowledged by the person executing it, or if executed by a corporation, by its president or secretary or other person executing it on behalf of the corporation, or, except for any power of attorney, quitclaim deed, grant deed, mortgage, deed of trust, security agreement, or other document affecting real property, proved by subscribing witness or as provided in Sections 1198 and 1199 of the Civil Code, and the acknowledgment or proof certified as prescribed by law. This section shall not apply to a trustee’s deed resulting from a decree of foreclosure, or a nonjudicial foreclosure pursuant to Section 2924 of the Civil Code, or to a deed of reconveyance. (Amended (as amended by Stats. 2011, Ch. 269, Sec. 10) by Stats. 2012, Ch. 202, Sec. 3. (AB 2326) Effective January 1, 2013.) - 27288. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
If certain real-property sale or lease documents claim or affect an interest in real property, they must be executed and acknowledged or proved under Section 27287 by the party whose property is affected or alienated.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27288. If the instrument is an agreement for sale, lease, option agreement, deposit receipt, commission receipt, or affidavit which quotes or refers to an agreement for sale, lease, option agreement, deposit receipt, commission receipt, or lease and such instrument claims to, or affects any interest in real property, it shall be executed and acknowledged or proved as provided in Section 27287 by the party who appears by the instrument to be the party whose real property is affected or alienated thereby. (Amended by Stats. 1949, Ch. 289.) - 27288.1. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
County-record documents covered by this section must include specified names and other required information before recording or indexing.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27288.1. All documents described in this section now or hereafter authorized by law to be recorded in the official records of a county shall contain the following information in addition to any information as may be required by law pertaining to the particular document: (a) If the document effects or evidences a transfer or encumbrance of an interest in real property, the name or names in which the interest appears of record, except that a notice of assessment recorded pursuant to Section 3114 of the Streets and Highways Code, a notice of special tax lien recorded pursuant to Section 3114.5 of the Streets and Highways Code, and a notice of award of contract recorded pursuant to Section 5248 of the Streets and Highways Code, shall show the name or names of the assessed owners as they appear on the latest secured assessment roll. (b) If the document releases or terminates any interest, right, or encumbrance, it shall contain or have appended thereto all of the names of those persons and entities owning the title or interest being relieved by the document, or the names of the owners of that title or interest as they appeared at the time and in the document creating the interest, right, or encumbrance. (c) In cases where the county tax collector is filing purchaser’s deeds with respect to a sale for defaulted taxes, those documents shall be deemed to constitute compliance with this section. No document subject to this section shall be recorded or indexed in the official records of a county unless it contains the information required by this section as well as any additional information required by law pertaining to the particular document, but the recorder may rely upon the information contained in, or appended to, the document being offered for record. The failure of any document to include all of the names required by this section shall not affect the constructive notice which would otherwise be afforded by the recording of the document. This section shall not apply to a vacation or abandonment by a public agency of a public highway or road. (d) If a document is rerecorded, it shall comply with subdivision (c) of Section 27201. (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 406, Sec. 2. (AB 1974) Effective January 1, 2017.) - 27288.2. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county recorder must record a certified resolution establishing an historical resources designation after March 15, 1993, when Section 5029 of the Public Resources Code applies.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27288.2. Pursuant to Section 5029 of the Public Resources Code, after March 15, 1993, the county recorder shall record a certified resolution establishing an historical resources designation issued by the State Historical Resources Commission or a local agency, or unit thereof. For previously designated properties, the county may record the certified resolution establishing the historical resources designation upon submission. (Amended by Stats. 1993, Ch. 672, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1994.) - 27289. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
If a notice must be recorded by law, it must be signed by the person giving the notice or that person’s agent.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27289. Whenever a notice is required by law to be recorded for any purpose, it shall be signed by the person giving notice or his agent. (Added by Stats. 1967, Ch. 713.) - 27290. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
An instrument proved and certified under the cited Civil Code sections may be recorded only if the original is deposited at the same time for public inspection. In counties using photographic or microphotographic recording, the original must be returned after recording to the party who left it for record, at that party’s last known address or as ordered.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27290. An instrument proved and certified pursuant to Sections 1198 and 1199 of the Civil Code may be recorded in the proper office only if the original is at the same time deposited therein to remain for public inspection. In those counties where the photographic or microphotographic method of recording is employed, the original instrument, after recording, shall be delivered to the party leaving it for record at his last known address or upon his order. (Amended by Stats. 1961, Ch. 317.) - 27291. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A recorder may choose to record a financing statement instead of filing it, if the listed storage and record-security conditions are met.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27291. (a) Notwithstanding any provision of Chapter 5 (commencing with Section 9501) of Division 9 of the Commercial Code or any other provision of law, a financing statement to perfect a security interest or agricultural lien may, at the election of the recorder and subject to the conditions of subdivision (b), be recorded instead of filed. (b) A recorder may elect to record a financing statement if all of the following apply: (1) The recorder employs a system of microphotography, optical disk, or other reproduction system that does not permit additions, deletions, or other changes to the permanent record of the original document. (2) All film used in the microphotography process complies with minimum standards of quality approved by the United States Bureau of Standards and the American National Standards Institute. (3) A true copy of the microfilm, optical disk, or other storage medium is kept in a safe and separate place for security purposes. (c) A certified copy of any record stored or retained on microfilm, optical disk, or other reproduction system pursuant to this section shall be admissible in any court to the same extent as the original record. (Added by Stats. 2000, Ch. 1003, Sec. 55. Effective January 1, 2001. Operative July 1, 2001, by Sec. 56 of Ch. 1003.) - 27293. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Non-English records generally cannot be accepted for recording unless the translation and clerk verification requirements in this section are satisfied.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27293. (a) (1) Except as otherwise provided in subdivision (b), if an instrument, paper, or notice intended for record is executed or certified in whole or in part in a language other than English, the recorder shall not accept the instrument, paper, or notice for record. (2) (A) A translation in English of an instrument, paper, or notice executed or certified in whole or in part in a language other than English may be presented to the county clerk for verification that the translation was performed by a certified or registered court interpreter, as described in Section 68561, or by an accredited translator registered with the American Translators Association. The translation shall be accompanied by a notarized declaration by the interpreter or translator that the translation is true and accurate, and includes the certification, qualification, or registration of the interpreter or translator. The clerk shall consult an Internet Web site maintained by the Judicial Council or the American Translators Association in verifying the certification, qualification, or registration of the interpreter or translator. (B) Upon verification that the translation was performed by an interpreter or translator described in subparagraph (A), and that the translation is accompanied by a notarized declaration as required pursuant to subparagraph (A), the clerk shall duly make certification of that verification under seal of the county, attach the certification to the translation, and attach the certified translation to the original instrument, paper, or notice. (C) For this verification and certification, a fee of ten dollars ($10) shall be paid to the county clerk for each document submitted for certification. The attached original instrument, paper, or notice and certified translation may be presented to the recorder, and, upon payment of the usual fees, the recorder shall accept and permanently file the instrument, paper, or notice and record the certified translation. The recording of the certified translation gives notice and is of the same effect as the recording of an original instrument, paper, or notice. Certified copies of the recorded translation may be recorded in other counties, with the same effect as the recording of the original translation, provided, however, that in those counties where a photostatic or photographic method of recording is employed, the whole instrument, paper, or notice including the foreign language and the translation, may be recorded, and the original instrument, paper, or notice returned to the party leaving it for record or upon his or her order. (b) The provisions of subdivision (a) do not apply to any instrument, paper, or notice offered for record that contains provisions in English and a translation of the English provisions in a language other than English, provided that the English provisions and the translation thereof are specifically set forth in state or federal law. (c) The county clerk is not required to issue a translation certificate if he or she is unable to confirm the certification, registration, or accreditation of the translator, as required in subdivision (a). (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 467, Sec. 6. (SB 1498) Effective January 1, 2019.) - 27294. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must endorse the amount of the recordation fee on the recorded document.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27294. In all cases the recorder shall endorse the amount of the fee for recordation on the instrument, paper, or notice recorded. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 467, Sec. 7. (SB 1498) Effective January 1, 2019.) - 27295. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A contract and related redevelopment plan documents for a municipal or redevelopment-agency transfer of real property may be recorded under this chapter.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27295. Where real property acquired by a municipality or a redevelopment agency is to be transferred in accordance with an official redevelopment plan any contract for such transfer and the official redevelopment plan (or such part or parts of such contract or plan as the municipality or agency may determine) may be recorded pursuant to this chapter. (Amended by Stats. 1967, Ch. 1242.) - 27296. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
County recorders must prepare a yearly statistical report of recorded and filed documents and submit it to the Insurance Commissioner.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27296. (a) The county recorder in each county shall complete a yearly statistical report of documents, including electronically transmitted documents, recorded and filed on the form described in subdivision (b). The report shall be submitted to the office of the Insurance Commissioner. Documents shall be counted and reported in the same manner without regard to method of transmission. The county recorder may either charge for copies of this report or may disburse the report without fee for public information. Certified and noncertified copies of any records issued by the county recorder shall not be included in this report. (b) The standard statistical report form shall be substantially as follows: Documents Recorded and Filed Year Deeds ........................ Deeds of Trust and Mortgages ........................ Reconveyances ........................ Trustee’s Deeds ........................ Total number of documents recorded and filed ........................ (Amended by Stats. 2016, Ch. 380, Sec. 1. (AB 2143) Effective January 1, 2017.) - 27297. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A certificate describing real property, together with a lien for nuisance-abatement costs on that property, counts as an instrument affecting title or possession for this article.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27297. For purposes of this article, a certificate describing real property and any lien thereon claimed pursuant to law for the costs of abatement of a nuisance upon such property, is an instrument affecting the title to or possession of such property. (Added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 613.) - 27297.5. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county recorder may mail notice of certain lien recordings, and the judgment creditor or lienholder may instead serve a copy directly and recover limited service costs.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27297.5. (a) Upon recordation of an abstract of judgment or other document creating an involuntary lien affecting the title to real property, unless the county recorder has received from the judgment creditor proof of service pursuant to subdivision (b) of a copy of the document being recorded, the county recorder may, whenever the recorded document evidencing that lien contains the address of the person or persons against whom the involuntary lien is recorded or the address of the judgment debtor’s attorney of record, within 10 days notify the person or persons or attorney of record by mail of the recordation. (b) As an alternative to notice by the recorder, the judgment creditor or lienholder may serve upon the person or persons against whom the abstract of judgment or document creating an involuntary lien is to be recorded, a copy thereof in one of the following ways: (1) By personal delivery. Proof of service pursuant to this paragraph shall be shown by the affidavit of the person making the service, showing the time, place, and manner of service, the name and address of the person served, and any other facts necessary to show that service was made in accordance with this paragraph. If there is no address for a person to be served known to the judgment creditor or lienholder, he or she shall append to the abstract of judgment or involuntary lien an affidavit to that effect. (2) By leaving it at the person’s residence or place of business in the care of some person in charge. Proof of service pursuant to this paragraph shall be shown by the affidavit of the person making the service, showing the time, place, and manner of service, the name and address of the person served, together with the title or capacity of the person accepting service, and any other facts necessary to show that service was made in accordance with this paragraph. (3) By registered or certified mail, postage prepaid, addressed to the person’s residence or place of business. This service is complete at the time of mailing. Proof of service pursuant to this paragraph shall be shown by an affidavit setting forth the fact of service, the name and residence or business address of the person making this service, showing that he or she is a resident of, or employed in, the county where the mailing occurs, the fact that he or she is over the age of 18 years, the date and place of deposit in the mail, the name and address of the person served as shown on the envelope, and the fact that the envelope was sealed and deposited in the mail, with the postage thereon fully prepaid, and sent by registered or certified mail. (c) The judgment creditor may add the actual cost of service pursuant to subdivision (b) to the judgment or involuntary lien. The costs shall not exceed the cost had the abstract of judgment or involuntary lien been recorded pursuant to subdivision (a). (d) As used in this section, “involuntary lien” means a lien that the person or persons against whom the lien is recorded has not executed or has not consented to by contract. (e) This section shall not apply to the recordation of any documents relating to an involuntary lien in favor of the federal government pursuant to federal law or statute or to the recordation of any state tax lien against real property. (f) The failure of the county recorder or a judgment creditor or lienholder to notify the person or persons against whom an abstract of judgment or involuntary lien is recorded as authorized by this section shall not affect the constructive notice otherwise imparted by recordation, nor shall it affect the force, effect, or priority otherwise accorded the lien. (g) In the event that the notice is returned to the recorder by the postal service as undeliverable, the recorder is not required to retain the returned notice. (h) In recognition of the state and local interests served by the action made optional in subdivision (a), the Legislature encourages the county recorder to continue taking the action formerly mandated by this section. However, nothing in this subdivision may be construed to impose any liability on a local agency that does not continue to take the formerly mandated action. (Amended by Stats. 2004, Ch. 889, Sec. 2. Effective September 29, 2004.) - 27297.7. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Counties must set up a recorder notification program by January 1, 2027, and county recorders must mail notice to the people who signed certain recorded documents within 30 days.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3. Documents to be Recorded [27279 - 27297.7] ( Article 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27297.7. (a) On or before January 1, 2027, each county within the state shall establish a recorder notification program, in accordance with this section, and the board of supervisors of each county shall adopt an authorizing resolution for these purposes. (b) (1) Following adoption of an authorizing resolution by the board of supervisors, the county recorder shall, within 30 days of recordation of a deed, quitclaim deed, mortgage, or deed of trust, notify by mail the party or parties executing the document. The notification shall be sent to the address for mailing tax bills that was established prior to the recording of the document. (2) The recorder may require, as a condition of recording, that a deed, quitclaim deed, mortgage, or deed of trust indicate the assessor’s identification number or numbers that fully contain all, or a portion of, the real property described in the legal description. If the description contains more than one assessor’s parcel, all assessor’s parcels shall be indicated. If assessor’s identification numbers are required, they shall be listed on the first page of the document. The recorder may rely on the assessor’s identification numbers as indicated on the document. The form of the entry shall be substantially as follows: Assessor’s Identification Number __-__-__. (3) In addition to the mailed notice required by paragraph (1), the county recorder may establish an electronic notification program that notifies parties upon recording of a deed, quitclaim deed, mortgage, or deed of trust. (c) This section shall not apply to the recordation of any document where the federal government, or state, county, city, or any subdivision of the state is the grantee. (d) The failure of the county recorder to provide the notice as permitted by this section shall not result in any liability against the recorder or the county. In the event that the notice is returned to the recorder by the postal service as undeliverable, the recorder is not required to retain the returned notice. (e) Where the county recorder contracts with any party or parties for the performance of the processing or the mailing of the notice, or both, as authorized by this section, the contract shall be awarded by competitive bid. The county recorder shall solicit written bids for the contract in a newspaper of general circulation in the county, and all bids received shall be publicly opened and the contract awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. If the county recorder or their designee deems the acceptance of the lowest responsible bid is not in the best interest of the county, all bids may be rejected. (f) In addition to any other recording fee, the board of supervisors may authorize the county recorder to collect a fee from the party filing a deed, quitclaim deed, mortgage, or deed of trust for the cost of implementing the program pursuant to this section. The fee shall not exceed the reasonable costs of services of the county to provide a recorder notification program and to comply with this section. This fee shall not be charged until at least 120 days following the establishment of the fee and public notification of the fee and the effective date. (g) This section shall not apply to a county that operates a notification program pursuant to Section 27297.6. (Repealed and added by Stats. 2025, Ch. 351, Sec. 2. (SB 255) Effective January 1, 2026.) - 273. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 1. GENERAL [100 - 7931.000] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## DIVISION 1. SOVEREIGNTY AND PEOPLE OF THE STATE [100 - 275.2] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## CHAPTER 2. People of the State [240 - 275.2] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Political Rights and Duties [270 - 275.2] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. )
A U.S. citizen who is not a State citizen has the same rights and duties as a State citizen who is not an elector.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 1. GENERAL [100 - 7931.000] ( Title 1 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## DIVISION 1. SOVEREIGNTY AND PEOPLE OF THE STATE [100 - 275.2] ( Division 1 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## CHAPTER 2. People of the State [240 - 275.2] ( Chapter 2 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## ARTICLE 2. Political Rights and Duties [270 - 275.2] ( Article 2 enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134. ) ## 273. A citizen of the United States who is not a citizen of the State, has the same rights and duties as a citizen of the State not an elector. (Enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134.) - 27300. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Social Security Number Truncation Program [27300 - 27307] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. )
This section defines several terms used in the Social Security Number Truncation Program, including official record, public record, truncate, and truncated social security number.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Social Security Number Truncation Program [27300 - 27307] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. ) ## 27300. As used in this article, the following terms have the following meanings: (a) “Official record” means the permanent archival record of all instruments, papers, and notices as accepted for recording by a county recorder. (b) “Public record” means a record that is in an electronic format and is an exact copy of an official record except that any social security number contained in the copied record is truncated. The public record shall have the same legal force and effect as the official record. (c) “Truncate” means to redact the first five digits of a social security number. (d) “Truncated social security number” means a social security number that displays only the last four digits of the number. (Added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 2008.) - 27301. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Social Security Number Truncation Program [27300 - 27307] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. )
County recorders must run a program that creates public-record copies of official records and truncates social security numbers, with specific rules for records by date range and limits on funding fees.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Social Security Number Truncation Program [27300 - 27307] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. ) ## 27301. (a) The county recorder of each county shall establish a social security number truncation program in order to create a public record version of each official record. (1) The program shall include both of the following components, which the recorder shall implement concurrently: (A) For each official record recorded between January 1, 1980, and December 31, 2008, the recorder shall create in an electronic format an exact copy of the record except that any social security number contained in the copied record shall be truncated. In order to create a public record copy, the recorder shall first truncate the social security numbers in all records that already exist in an electronic format and then create an electronic version of all other records and truncate social security numbers contained in those records. Each group of records shall be handled in descending chronological order. (B) For each official record recorded on or after January 1, 2009, the recorder shall create a copy of that record in an electronic format and truncate any social security number contained in that record. (2) The program may include a component for each official record recorded before January 1, 1980, pursuant to which the county recorder may create a copy of that record in an electronic format and truncate any social security number contained in that record. (b) Nothing in this article shall be construed to restrict, delay, or modify access to any official record, or modify any existing agreements regarding access to any official record, prior to the creation and availability of a public record version of that official record. A county recorder shall not charge any new fee or increase any existing fees in order to fund the social security number truncation program pursuant to this article, except as provided in subdivision (d) of Section 27361. (c) Notwithstanding paragraph (1) of subdivision (a), a county recorder shall not be required to create a public record version of an official record if the fee authorized in Section 27304 is determined by the recorder to be insufficient to meet the cost of creating the public record version. In that case, the county recorder shall determine whether the fee is sufficient to meet the cost of creating a public record version of only a fraction of the official records described in paragraph (1) of subdivision (a). If the fee is sufficient to meet the cost of creating a public record version of a fraction of the official records, the recorder shall be required to create a public record version of that fraction only. (Amended by Stats. 2017, Ch. 621, Sec. 1. (SB 184) Effective January 1, 2018.) - 27302. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Social Security Number Truncation Program [27300 - 27307] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. )
A county recorder must truncate an unredacted social security number in a specifically identified public record within 10 business days after a proper request, and a county recorder is not liable for failure to truncate if due diligence is used.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Social Security Number Truncation Program [27300 - 27307] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. ) ## 27302. (a) A county recorder shall be deemed to be in compliance with the requirements of Section 27301 and shall not be liable for failure to truncate a social security number if he or she uses due diligence to locate social security numbers in official records and truncate social security numbers in the public record version of those official records. The use of an automated program with a high rate of accuracy shall be deemed to be due diligence. (b) In the event that a county recorder fails to truncate a social security number contained in a public record, any person may request that the county recorder truncate the social security number contained in that record. Notwithstanding that a county recorder may be deemed to be in compliance with Section 27301 pursuant to subdivision (a), a county recorder that receives a request that identifies the exact location of an untruncated social security number within a specifically identified public record, shall truncate that number within 10 business days of receiving the request. The public record with the truncated social security number shall replace the record with the untruncated number. (Added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 2008.) - 27303. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Social Security Number Truncation Program [27300 - 27307] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. )
A county recorder must provide only the public record version of an official record when disclosure is requested, if that version exists and the record is not exempt. The recorder may publicly disclose an official record only in response to a subpoena or court order.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Social Security Number Truncation Program [27300 - 27307] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. ) ## 27303. When a public record version of an official record exists, both of the following shall apply: (a) Upon a request for inspection, copying, or any other public disclosure of an official record that is not exempt from disclosure, a county recorder shall make available only the public record version of that record. (b) A county recorder shall publicly disclose an official record only in response to a subpoena or order of a court of competent jurisdiction. (Added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 2008.) - 27303.5. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Social Security Number Truncation Program [27300 - 27307] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. )
A county recorder may provide a copy of a DD214 official record if the requester is covered by Section 6107(b) and certifies the full social security number is needed for benefits and that they are authorized to receive the copy.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Social Security Number Truncation Program [27300 - 27307] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. ) ## 27303.5. Notwithstanding Section 27303, a county recorder may provide a copy of a DD214 official record when requested by a person listed in subdivision (b) of Section 6107 and upon certification by that person that a full social security number is required to receive benefits and he or she is authorized to receive a copy as specified in that subdivision. (Added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 382, Sec. 1.4. (SB 194) Effective January 1, 2012.) - 27304. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Social Security Number Truncation Program [27300 - 27307] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. )
Counties may use certain fee revenue for a social security number truncation program, and county recorders must petition for fee-levying authority by June 1, 2008.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Social Security Number Truncation Program [27300 - 27307] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. ) ## 27304. (a) Each county may use funds generated by fees authorized by subdivision (d) of Section 27361 to implement a social security number truncation program required by this article. (b) No later than June 1, 2008, the county recorder of each county shall petition the board of supervisors in that county for the authority to levy the fee authorized by subdivision (d) of Section 27361. (c) It is the intent of the Legislature that in the interest of enabling county recorders to act expeditiously to protect the privacy of Californians, counties be permitted to seek revenue anticipation loans or other outside funding sources for the implementation of a social security number truncation program to be secured by the anticipated revenue from the fee authorized by subdivision (d) of Section 27361. (Added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 2008.) - 27305. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Social Security Number Truncation Program [27300 - 27307] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. )
The County Recorders Association of California must file a progress report by January 1, 2009 and every year after that.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Social Security Number Truncation Program [27300 - 27307] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. ) ## 27305. (a) To assist the Legislature in monitoring the progress of each county recorder’s social security number truncation program, the County Recorders Association of California, no later than January 1, 2009, and annually thereafter, shall submit to the chairpersons of the Assembly Committee on Judiciary and of the Senate Committee on Judiciary, and to the Office of Privacy Protection, or any successor agency, a report on the progress each county recorder has made in complying with this article. (b) Upon the Office of Privacy Protection making a determination that all counties have completed the component of the program described in subdivision (a) of Section 27301, the report described in subdivision (a) of this section shall no longer be required. (Added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 2008.) - 27307. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Social Security Number Truncation Program [27300 - 27307] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. )
A county recorder may take all actions required by this article, even if another law would otherwise conflict.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 3.5. Social Security Number Truncation Program [27300 - 27307] ( Article 3.5 added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. ) ## 27307. A county recorder is authorized to take all actions required by this article notwithstanding subdivision (d) of Section 27203 or any other provision of law. (Added by Stats. 2007, Ch. 627, Sec. 8. Effective January 1, 2008.) - 27320. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must promptly endorse, record, and number items deposited for recording, and generally try to assign identification numbers in sequence.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27320. When any instrument, paper, or notice authorized by law to be recorded is deposited in the recorder’s office for record, the recorder shall endorse upon it in the order in which it is deposited, the year, month, day, hour, and minute of its reception, and the amount of fees for recording. The recorder shall record it without delay, together with the acknowledgements, proofs, certificates, and prior recording data written upon or annexed to it, with the plats, surveys, schedules, and other papers thereto annexed, and shall note on the record its identification number. Efforts shall be made to assign identification numbers sequentially, but an assignment of a nonsequential number may be made if not in violation of express recording instructions regarding a group of concurrently recorded instruments, papers, or notices and if, in the discretion of the county recorder, that assignment best serves the interest of expeditious recording. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 467, Sec. 8. (SB 1498) Effective January 1, 2019.) - 27321. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must note the recording reference on each document and then mail it back or give it to the person who presented it. If a change-of-ownership document is missing the required ownership statement, the recorder must either add the statement when returning it or identify the missing-statement documents when sending a copy to the assessor.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27321. (a) The recorder shall endorse upon each instrument, paper, or notice the identification number or book and page where it is recorded, and shall thereafter mail it to the person named in the instrument, paper, or notice for return mail, or deliver it to the party presenting it for record. (b) Where any recorded instrument, paper, or notice effectuating a change in ownership is not accompanied by a change in ownership statement, the recorder shall either include with the return of any recorded instrument, paper, or notice a change in ownership statement as provided in Section 480 of the Revenue and Taxation Code or specifically identify those recorded documents not accompanied by an ownership statement when providing the assessor with a copy of the transfer of ownership document pursuant to Section 255.7 of the Revenue and Taxation Code. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 467, Sec. 9. (SB 1498) Effective January 1, 2019.) - 27321.5. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Before a deed, deed of trust, or mortgage is accepted for recording, it must include certain mailing addresses and related mailing-request information.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27321.5. Before acceptance for recording, in addition to the address required on each document for delivery by the recorder, all of the following shall apply: (a) Every deed or instrument executed to convey fee title to real property shall have noted on the first page or sheet thereof the name and address to which future tax statements may be mailed. (b) Every deed of trust or mortgage with power of sale upon real property, shall specify the address of the trustor or mortgagor, or if more than one, the address of any one of them, and shall contain a request by the trustor or mortgagor that a copy of any notice of default and a copy of any notice of sale thereunder shall be mailed to one trustor or mortgagor designated for the purpose of receiving such notice at the address so specified. (c) The failure to note, pursuant to subdivision (a) or (b), or any error in noting, any such name or address or request shall not affect the validity of the deed, instrument, deed of trust or mortgage or the notice otherwise imparted by recording. This section does not apply to the State Lands Commission. (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 269, Sec. 14. (SB 184) Effective January 1, 2016.) - 27322. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must record all documents and notices that are required or allowed by law, using the listed recording methods or other methods provided in the chapter.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27322. The recorder shall record by legible handwriting, by typewriting, or by photographic reproduction process, in well-bound books or by such other means as provided in this chapter, all instruments, papers and notices the recording of which is required or permitted by law. (Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1010.) - 27322.1. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
In laws about documents filed in the recorder’s office, “file for record” means “record” as provided in Section 27322.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27322.1. The words “file for record” when used as a directive in any law relating to any document to be filed in the recorders office shall be deemed to mean “record” in the manner provided for in Section 27322 of this code. (Added by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1010.) - 27322.2. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder may use approved reproduction technology to record certain documents, but the reproductions must comply with Section 12168.7 and true copies must be kept and arranged for preservation and public inspection.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27322.2. A system of microphotography, optical disk, or reproduction by any other technique that does not permit additions, deletions, or changes to the original document may be used by the recorder as a photographic reproduction process to record some or all instruments, papers, and notices that are required or permitted by law to be recorded or filed. All reproductions shall be made in compliance with Section 12168.7. A true copy of the document shall be kept in a safe and separate place that will reasonably assure its preservation for the duration of the retention prescribed by law against loss or destruction. A true copy of the document shall be arranged in a suitable place in the office of the recorder to facilitate public inspection. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 569, Sec. 7. Effective January 1, 2001.) - 27322.3. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Record books may be adapted for leaf removal when records have been microfilmed for preservation, and permanently bound record books may be disassembled, copied, and rebound for that purpose.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27322.3. If the recorded instruments, papers, or notices or the record books in the office of the recorder have been microfilmed for preservation purposes, a type of record book may be used that will permit the removal of leaves in order that reproduction may be made in an efficient manner. In order to microfilm or otherwise reproduce the record books for preservation purposes, permanently bound record books may be disassembled and after they have been copied the books shall be rebound in a type of record book that will permit the removal of leaves in order that reproduction may be made in an efficient manner. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 467, Sec. 10. (SB 1498) Effective January 1, 2019.) - 27322.4. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county recorder may microphotograph or otherwise reproduce files or records in official custody under Section 27322.2.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27322.4. The county recorder may cause any or all files or records in his or her official custody to be microphotographed or otherwise reproduced pursuant to Section 27322.2 as in the case of original filings or recordings or both. Every reproduction shall be deemed and considered an original; and a transcript, exemplification or certified copy, as the case may be, of the original. (Amended by Stats. 1988, Ch. 438, Sec. 2.) - 27323. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder may file records separately or in one “official records” series, and must number microfilm rolls separately if microphotography is used.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27323. The recorder may segregate the instruments, papers, and notices and record them in separate books, or sheets or rolls of film under titles of indices provided for in Article 2 of this chapter. In lieu thereof the recorder may record any or all of the instruments, papers, or notices in one general series of books or film to be called “official records.” The series shall be numbered consecutively beginning with number one. The recording of instruments, papers, or notices in “official records” imparts notice in like manner and effect as if the instruments, papers, or notices were recorded in separate books or film. If a system of microphotography is used to record any instruments, papers, or notices, each original roll of film thereof kept by the recorder shall be given a separate number, and shall be called a “book,” “film,” “reel,” or shall be similarly designated, and each page of the instrument, paper, or notice shall be called a “page,” “image” or similar designation. Whenever under any law it is required that an instrument, paper, or notice be identified or referred to as recorded in a book or page or both, it shall be sufficient for purposes of identification and of compliance with that law that reference be made to the instrument, paper, or notice by the designations adopted by the recorder pursuant to the provisions of this section. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 467, Sec. 11. (SB 1498) Effective January 1, 2019.) - 27324. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Documents presented for recordation must have title labels, and the recorder indexes only the title or titles shown on the first page; extra titles may be indexed at the recorder’s discretion.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27324. Each instrument, paper, or notice presented for recordation shall have a title or titles indicating the kind or kinds of documents contained therein. The recorder shall be required to index only that title or titles captioned on the first page of a document immediately below the space reserved for the recorder. Additional titles may be identified and indexed at the discretion of the recorder. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1992, Ch. 87, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 1993. Operative July 1, 1994, by Sec. 9 of Ch. 87.) - 27325. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
If a recorded or filed instrument, paper, or notice has no title or indexing endorsement, the recorder indexes it as the recorder decides.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27325. If any instrument, paper, or notice is presented and accepted for recordation or filing without a title or an endorsement indicating the manner of indexing, it shall be indexed as the recorder determines. (Amended by Stats. 1967, Ch. 56.) - 27326. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must file and record certain certified copies of final judgments or decrees affecting real property in the county records.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27326. The recorder shall file and record in the record of deeds, grants, and transfers, certified copies of final judgments or decrees partitioning or affecting the title or possession of real property, any part of which is situated in his county. From the time of filing with the recorder for record, the certified copy of the judgment or decree imparts notice to all persons of its contents, and any subsequent purchaser, mortgagee, and lien-holder purchases and takes with the same notice and effect as if the copy of the decree were a duly recorded deed, grant, or transfer. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27327. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
If a recordable item is placed in the wrong record book but later indexed correctly, it gives notice from the date of indexing.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27327. Any instrument, paper, or notice filed for record in the office of the county recorder of the county where it is entitled to record and that is copied into a book of record other than that designated by law, but that is thereafter indexed in the proper book of indices, imparts notice of its contents to all persons from the date of indexing, and any subsequent purchaser, mortgagee, lien holder, and encumbrancer purchases and takes with the same notice and effect as if the instrument, paper, or notice were copied or recorded in the proper book of record. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 467, Sec. 12. (SB 1498) Effective January 1, 2019.) - 27328. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The recorder must index a qualifying instrument when requested and the indexing fee is paid, and must note the indices used on the record.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27328. Any instrument which is filed for record with the recorder as a deed, deed of trust, mortgage, or chattel mortgage, or which is copied into any book of deeds, deeds of trust, mortgages, or chattel mortgages need not be again filed for record or recorded in such office as a different instrument, but the recorder shall index the instrument in any of the indices kept in his office upon the request of the persons recording it and the payment to him of his legal fees for indexing. He shall note at the foot of the actual record where the instrument is transcribed all the indices in which it is indexed. From the date of such indexing, the instrument imparts notice of its contents to all persons, and any subsequent purchaser, mortgagee, lien-holder, and encumbrancer purchases and takes with the same notice and effect as if the instrument were copied or recorded in the proper book of records corresponding with the indices where indexed, notwithstanding the instrument is but once recorded or copied in the records of the recorder. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27329. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
If certain recorded documents are lost, injured, or destroyed by fire or other public calamity, the recorder must re-record qualifying instruments and related certificates/endorsements, and must charge the same fees as for similar recording services.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27329. (a) If any record of an instrument, paper, or notice is lost, injured, or destroyed by conflagration or other public calamity, the recorder shall record any instrument, paper, or notice of writing entitled to record pursuant to this chapter that: (1) Has been previously recorded in the recorder’s office. (2) When it is presented to the recorder for record and is duly certified by the recorder of any other county of this state as being of record in the recorder’s office. (b) In recording the instrument, paper, or notice the recorder shall record all certificates attached thereto and all endorsements thereon, and if any of the certificates or endorsements show the previous recording in the county where the instrument, paper, or notice or the certified copy of the instrument, paper, or notice is presented for record, the date appearing in the certificate or endorsement of the record shall be taken as the date of recording in the county, where the instrument, paper, or notice or the certified copy of the instrument, paper, or notice is presented for record. The record and certified copy, duly certified by the recorder under the seal of office, may be introduced in evidence with the same force and effect as the original record or certified copy of the original record. (c) The recorder shall receive the same fees for services pursuant to this section as the recorder is entitled to receive for recording instruments, papers, or notices of like character. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 467, Sec. 13. (SB 1498) Effective January 1, 2019.) - 27330. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Certain federal tax lien documents had to be filed or recorded in the county recorder’s office, with a later rule directing filing under Chapter 14 after January 2, 1968.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27330. On or before January 1, 1968, notices of liens for internal revenue taxes payable to the United States and certificates of release, discharge, subordination or nonattachment of such liens shall be filed in the office of the county recorder of the county within which the property subject to the lien is situated. On or after January 2, 1968, such notices and certificates shall be filed in the manner specified in Chapter 14 (commencing with Section 7200) of Division 7 of Title 1 of this code. Certificates of redemption issued by the United States pursuant to the Federal Tax Lien Act of 1966 shall be recorded in the office of the county recorder of the county within which the property is situated. Any of the documents referred to in this section and including a release of right of redemption issued by the United States may be filed or recorded without acknowledgment or further proof. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1967, Ch. 1068.) - 27331. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A court order affecting title to or possession of real property may be recorded in certain county recording indices.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27331. An order affecting title to or possession of real property issued by a court in an action subject to Section 12527 may be recorded in any of the indices described in Section 27232, 27233, 27248, 27249, 27250, or 27257. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 445, Sec. 4.) - 27333. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
Recorded conveyances of real estate made by a public officer under law must be alphabetically indexed in the Index of Grantors, with entries under the officer’s name and the property owner’s name, unless the conveyance is a state-issued patent.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27333. All conveyances of real estate, except patents issued by the State as a party, made by any public officer pursuant to law, when recorded shall be alphabetically indexed in the “Index of Grantors,” both in the name of the officer making the sale, and in the name of the person owning the property so sold. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27334. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
If the title holder’s name changes, the recorder must index the conveyance alphabetically in the Index of Grantors under both names.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27334. If the name of the person in whom title to real estate is vested is changed from any cause, the recorder shall alphabetically index the conveyance in the “Index of Grantors,” both in the name by which title was acquired and the name by which it is conveyed. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27335. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
If a recorded instrument has a U.S.-law stamp on it, the clerk or recorder must note the stamp information and cancellation marks in the record. A certified copy of that record is prima facie evidence of the original stamp and when it was affixed.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27335. In the recording of instruments of writing required or authorized by law to be recorded, the clerk, recorder, or other officer whose duty it is to make the record, shall, if the instruments have affixed to them any stamp purporting to be in accordance with any law of the United States, make a scroll in the margin of the record in the place of the stamp and enter upon the record within the scroll the amount in value of the stamp and the marks of cancellation. A certified copy of the record so made is prima facie evidence of the original stamp, and that the stamp was affixed on the original instrument prior to filing the instrument for record in the manner and to the purport indicated on the record or certified copy. (Added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424.) - 27336. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
County recorders must accept form books or blanks from qualifying incorporated water users’ associations.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27336. County recorders shall accept form books or blanks from any incorporated water users’ association organized to secure the benefits of an act of Congress approved June 17, 1902, known as the “Reclamation Act,” to be used for the purpose of recording the following: (a) Agreements with the United States, or with such water users’ association in connection with land affected by the projects provided for by the act. (b) Subscription agreements or transfers of the capital stock of such water users’ associations. (c) Other documents required to be recorded by such associations. (Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 954.) - 27337. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A county recorder must record a requested military discharge document and keep its information in a nonpublic index, and only the veteran or an authorized person may receive a copy from that index.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27337. (a) If any military veteran or any person authorized to receive a certified copy of a record pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (b) of Section 6107 requests the recordation in any county in this state of any military discharge document, including a veteran’s service form DD214, the county recorder shall record the document and maintain the document information in a nonpublic index. (b) No copy of a recorded military discharge document may be issued except as provided by Section 6107. (c) The index of a recorded veteran’s service form DD214, provided that it was recorded on or after January 1, 1980, shall be moved to a nonpublic index at the request of the military veteran or the person authorized to receive a certified copy of a record pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (b) of Section 6107. (d) (1) Only the military veteran, or the person authorized to receive a certified copy of a record pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (b) of Section 6107, may receive a copy of the recorded document contained in the nonpublic index created pursuant to subdivisions (a) and (c). (2) Provided that the nonpublic index meets the minimum standards for protecting the confidentiality of veterans’ records specified in paragraph (1), the implementation and design of the nonpublic index shall otherwise be up to the discretion of the individual county recorder. (Amended by Stats. 2017, Ch. 399, Sec. 2. (AB 331) Effective January 1, 2018.) - 27338. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A deed, instrument, or other conveyance-related document covered by the cited Public Resources Code section cannot be recorded unless it has a certificate from the State Lands Commission.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 4. Recording [27320 - 27338] ( Article 4 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27338. A deed, instrument, or other document related to a conveyance that is subject to Section 8560 of the Public Resources Code shall not be recorded without a certificate from the State Lands Commission. (Amended by Stats. 2018, Ch. 51, Sec. 9. (SB 854) Effective June 27, 2018.) - 27360. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [27360 - 27388.2] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
The county recorder must charge and collect the fees set out in this article for recorder’s office services.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [27360 - 27388.2] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27360. For services performed by the recorder’s office, the county recorder shall charge and collect the fees fixed in this article. (Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 269, Sec. 15. (SB 184) Effective January 1, 2016.) - 27360.5. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [27360 - 27388.2] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
This section defines “folio” as 100 words and says figures, characters, symbols, and initials count as words when a recorder computes fees, except punctuation marks.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [27360 - 27388.2] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27360.5. As used in this code, the word “folio” means 100 words. Each figure, character, symbol, and initial, excluding punctuation marks, shall be regarded as a word for the purpose of computing fees by a recorder. (Added by Stats. 1963, Ch. 22.) - 27361. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [27360 - 27388.2] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
This section sets recording fees for county recorders and limits when extra fees may be charged, how some fee money must be used, and when board approval and review requirements apply.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [27360 - 27388.2] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27361. (a) The fee for recording and indexing every instrument, paper, or notice required or permitted by law to be recorded shall not exceed ten dollars ($10) for recording the first page and three dollars ($3) for each additional page, to reimburse the county for the costs of services rendered pursuant to this subdivision, except the recorder may charge additional fees as follows: (1) If the printing on printed forms is spaced more than nine lines per vertical inch or more than 22 characters and spaces per inch measured horizontally for not less than three inches in one sentence, the recorder shall charge one dollar ($1) extra for each page or sheet on which printing appears, except, however, the extra charge shall not apply to printed words that are directive or explanatory in nature for completion of the form or on vital statistics forms. Fees collected under this paragraph are not subject to subdivision (b) or (c). (2) If a page or sheet does not conform to the dimensions described in subdivision (a) of Section 27361.5, the recorder shall charge three dollars ($3) extra per page or sheet of the document. The funds generated by the extra charge authorized under this paragraph shall be available solely to support, maintain, improve, and provide for the full operation for modernized creation, retention, and retrieval of information in each county’s system of recorded documents. Fees collected under this paragraph are not subject to subdivision (b) or (c). (b) One dollar ($1) of each three dollar ($3) fee for each additional page shall be deposited in the county general fund. (c) Notwithstanding Section 68085, one dollar ($1) for recording the first page and one dollar ($1) for each additional page shall be available solely to support, maintain, improve, and provide for the full operation for modernized creation, retention, and retrieval of information in each county’s system of recorded documents. (d) (1) In addition to all other fees authorized by this section, a county recorder may charge a fee of one dollar ($1) for recording the first page of every instrument, paper, or notice required or permitted by law to be recorded, as authorized by each county’s board of supervisors. The funds generated by this fee shall be used only by the county recorder collecting the fee for the purpose of implementing a social security number truncation program pursuant to Article 3.5 (commencing with Section 27300). (2) A county recorder shall not charge the fee described in paragraph (1) after December 31, 2017, unless the county recorder has received reauthorization by the county’s board of supervisors. A county recorder shall not seek reauthorization of the fee by the board before June 1, 2017, or after December 31, 2017. In determining the additional period of authorization, the board shall consider the review described in paragraph (4). (3) Notwithstanding paragraph (2), a county recorder who, pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 27304, secures a revenue anticipation loan, or other outside source of funding, for the implementation of a social security number truncation program, may be authorized to charge the fee described in paragraph (1) for a period not to exceed the term of repayment of the loan or other outside source of funding. (4) A county board of supervisors that authorizes the fee described in this subdivision shall require the county auditor to conduct two reviews to verify that the funds generated by this fee are used only for the purpose of the program, as described in Article 3.5 (commencing with Section 27300) and for conducting these reviews. The reviews shall state the progress of the county recorder in truncating recorded documents pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 27301, and shall estimate any ongoing costs to the county recorder of complying with subdivisions (a) and (b) of Section 27301. The board shall require that the first review be completed not before June 1, 2012, or after December 31, 2013, and that the second review be completed not before June 1, 2017, or after December 31, 2017. The reviews shall adhere to generally accepted accounting standards, and the review results shall be made available to the public. (e) Except as provided in subdivision (g) of Section 6103.8, the fee authorized by this section shall not be charged to those entities exempted from the payment of recording fees under Section 6103 or 27383. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 77, Sec. 14. (AB 137) Effective July 16, 2021.) - 27361.1. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [27360 - 27388.2] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
When multiple instruments, papers, or notices are combined on one form or sheet, or attached together, each is treated as a separate item for fee calculation, except marked exhibits.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [27360 - 27388.2] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27361.1. Whenever two or more instruments, papers, or notices are serially incorporated on one form or sheet, or are attached to one another, except as an exhibit marked as such, each instrument, paper, or notice shall be considered to be a separate instrument, paper, or notice for the purpose of computing the fee established by Section 27361 of this code. (Added by Stats. 1967, Ch. 56.) - 27361.2. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [27360 - 27388.2] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
A county recorder must charge an extra $1 for each additional reference to a previously recorded document when a recorded instrument needs extra indexing, subject to stated exceptions.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [27360 - 27388.2] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27361.2. (a) Whenever any instrument, paper, or notice is recorded that contains references to more than one previously recorded document and requires additional indexing by the county recorder to give notice required by law, an additional fee of one dollar ($1) shall be charged for each reference to a previously recorded document, other than the first such reference, requiring additional indexing. References to group mining claims listed on a proof of labor shall be considered as only one reference when they are consecutively numbered or lettered alphabetically, and each break in consecutive numbers or letters shall be considered as an additional mine for fee purposes under this section and shall be so indexed in the index. (b) Except as provided in subdivision (g) of Section 6103.8, the fee authorized by this section shall not be charged to those entities exempted from the payment of recording fees under Section 6103 or 27383. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 77, Sec. 15. (AB 137) Effective July 16, 2021.) - 27361.3. Verify source ↗
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [27360 - 27388.2] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. )
This section sets the recording fee for certain releases of lien, encumbrance, or notice, and creates an exception for items recorded in error.
## Government Code - GOV ## TITLE 3. GOVERNMENT OF COUNTIES [23000 - 33205] ( Title 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## DIVISION 2. OFFICERS [24000 - 28085] ( Division 2 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## PART 3. OTHER OFFICERS [26500 - 27773] ( Part 3 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## CHAPTER 6. Recorder [27201 - 27399] ( Chapter 6 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## ARTICLE 5. Fees [27360 - 27388.2] ( Article 5 added by Stats. 1947, Ch. 424. ) ## 27361.3. (a) Notwithstanding any contrary provision of the law, the fee for recording every release of lien, encumbrance, or notice executed by the state, or any municipality, county, city, district, or other political subdivision shall be two times the fee charged to record the first page of a lien, encumbrance, or notice under subdivision (a) of Section 27361, on January 1 of the year the release is recorded if the original lien, encumbrance, or notice was recorded without fee as provided by Section 27383. (b) No fee shall be charged for recording a release of lien, encumbrance, or notice which was recorded in error by the state, or any municipality, county, city, district, or other political subdivision if there is noted on the face of the release of lien, encumbrance, or notice a statement to that effect. (c) Two dollars ($2) for recording each release of lien pursuant to this section shall be available solely to support, maintain, improve, and provide for the full operation for modernized creation, retention, and retrieval of information in each county’s system of recorded documents. (Amended by Stats. 2019, Ch. 329, Sec. 11. (SB 780) Effective January 1, 2020.)
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