Cal. Mil. & Vet. Code § 263
Enlisted Persons
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Current — January 1, 2025
As of January 1, 2011
When an enlisted man or woman of the National Guard or the unorganized militia called into active service is absent without leave and there is reason to believe that the enlisted man or woman does not intend to return; or quits his or her organization or place of duty with the intent to avoid hazardous duty or to shirk important service, that person is a deserter.
When an enlisted person of the National Guard or the unorganized militia called into active service is absent without leave and there is reason to believe that the enlisted person does not intend to return, or quits their organization or place of duty with the intent to avoid hazardous duty or to shirk important service, that person is a deserter.
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