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§ 89512. — 89512. (Amended by Stats. 2014, Ch. 884, Sec. 4.)

California § 89512.
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Code GOVGovernment Code - GOV
Title 9.TITLE 9. POLITICAL REFORM
Ch. 9.5.CHAPTER 9.5. Ethics
Art. 4.ARTICLE 4. Campaign Funds

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(a)An expenditure to seek office is within the lawful execution of the trust imposed by Section 89510 if it is reasonably related to a political purpose. An expenditure associated with holding office is within the lawful execution of the trust imposed by Section 89510 if it is reasonably related to a legislative or governmental purpose. Expenditures which confer a substantial personal benefit shall be directly related to a political, legislative, or governmental purpose.
(b)Except as expressly authorized by this article, an expenditure for a fine, penalty, judgment, or settlement is not within the lawful execution of the trust imposed by Section 89510.

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Legislative History

Amended by Stats. 2014, Ch. 884, Sec. 4. (AB 1692) Effective January 1, 2015.

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§ 89512.
89512. (Amended by Stats. 2014, Ch. 884, Sec. 4.)
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89512.5. (Added by Stats. 1991, Ch. 546, Sec. 2.)
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