Cal. FIN § 356
This is the official text of Cal. FIN § 356, part of California’s Financial Code — regulates banks, credit unions, lenders, and other financial institutions.
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If the commissioner is unable to perform his or her duties for more than 30 consecutive days or if the office of the commissioner becomes vacant, the chief deputy shall have all the powers and duties of the commissioner until the return or recovery of the commissioner, or, in case of a vacancy, until a new commissioner is appointed by the Governor and qualifies to hold office.
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