Tulare, CA asked in Employment Law and Gov & Administrative Law for California

Q: How many public employees dose a small town need for it to comply with California state regulations

There are only 5 employees that work for district and trying to find out if state laws apply to small districts as well than to a well developed and thriving larger city

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James L. Arrasmith
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A: In California, state employment laws generally apply to public employees regardless of the size of the district or city. This means that even small towns with a limited number of employees, like your district with only five employees, are typically subject to the same state regulations as larger cities.

It's important to be aware, however, that certain specific regulations or laws might have thresholds regarding the number of employees, which could affect their applicability to very small districts. For instance, some laws related to family leave or disability accommodations may have employee number thresholds.

To ensure compliance and understand the specific obligations for your district, it's advisable to review the relevant state laws or consult with legal counsel familiar with California's employment and administrative laws. They can provide guidance tailored to your district's unique situation.

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