In order to select a commanding officer for the Naval Militia, The Adjutant General shall nominate not to exceed three officers, not below the grade of lieutenant commander, and shall cause such candidates to be examined. The candidate receiving the highest rating in such examination shall be recommended by The Adjutant General to the Governor for commission.
Cal. Mil. & Vet. Code § 288
The Naval Militia
Enacted by Stats. 1935, Ch. 389.
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