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California Government & Agency Demand Letters

Templates and guides for disputes with California government agencies, including permit and license denials, DMV errors, public contracts, public records requests, tax assessments, unemployment and workers' compensation denials, and zoning. Each template includes California-specific provisions where applicable.

California Government & Agency Templates

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ADU Permit Dispute
City blocking your ADU permit? Covers Government Code 65852.2, AB 68, SB 13, ministerial approval, the Housing Accountability Act, and the 60-day approval timeline.
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DMV Error
DMV put wrong info on your license, registration, or title? You can compel correction via CCP 1085 mandamus. Most DMV errors get fixed within 30 days of a formal written demand.
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Government Contract
Public agency not paying on your government contract? File under California Public Contract Code 10240+. Covers bid protests and payment disputes.
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Professional License Denial
Challenge contractor, nursing, real estate, and other professional license denials under the Business & Professions Code and the Administrative Procedure Act.
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Permit Denial
Challenge building permit denials, business permit rejections, and conditional use permit issues under Gov Code 65009, local ordinances, and CEQA.
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Public Records Act
Compel disclosure of public records under Gov Code 6250-6270. Covers penalties for non-compliance and suing for attorney fees when agencies wrongfully withhold documents.
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Property Tax Assessment
Property tax too high? Appeal it. Covers the Revenue & Tax Code, the Assessment Appeals Board process, and Prop 13 protections.
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Unemployment (EDD) Denial
EDD denied your unemployment claim? Appeal letter for California UI Code 1256 denials. Covers misconduct defenses, good cause quits, and EDD appeal deadlines.
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Workers' Comp Denial
California workers' compensation denial appeal. Covers Labor Code 3600+, the WCAB process, claim disputes, and benefits entitlement.
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Zoning Dispute
Challenge zoning violations, variance denials, and code enforcement actions under Government Code 65000+, local municipal codes, and constitutional protections.

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Disclaimer: These templates and this page are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. Using a template does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and every situation is different. For advice on your specific matter, consult a licensed attorney.