Words shall have their usual meaning unless the context or a definition clearly indicates a different meaning. Words used in their present tense include the future tense. Words used in the singular form include the plural form. Use of the word “shall” indicates conduct that is required, and “may” indicates conduct that is permitted.

Note: Authority cited: Sections 4405 and 4648(a), Welfare and Institutions Code; and Section 11152, Government Code. Reference: Sections 4631 and 4648(a), Welfare and Institutions Code.

History

1. New subchapter 22 (articles 1-3, sections 58883-58888), article 1 (sections 58883-58884) and section filed 8-29-2011 as an emergency; operative 8-29-2011 (Register 2011, No. 35). A Certificate of Compliance must be transmitted to OAL by 2-27-2012 or emergency language will be repealed by operation of law on the following day.

2. Certificate of Compliance as to 8-29-2011 order transmitted to OAL 2-15-2012 and filed 3-15-2012 (Register 2012, No. 11).