Every officer is entitled to the possession of all books and papers pertaining to his office, or in the custody of a former incumbent by virtue of his office.
Cal. Gov. Code § 1850
Obtaining Possession of Office
Applied in 1 court decision — leading case 38 Cal. 2d 432 - Brown v. Overshiner (1952)
Most recently applied in 38 Cal. 2d 432 - Brown v. Overshiner (February 1952)
Enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 134.
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