Why doesn the Attorney General change or revoke California law?
As a constitutional officer in the executive branch of government, the Attorney General is responsible for enforcement and the uniform application of laws in the state, and cannot unilaterally change or revoke statutes. The power to amend or enact new state laws belongs exclusively to the California Legislature, while the California Courts may set aside laws in conflict with the state Constitution. On legislative matters, the Attorney General is limited to making recommendations on needed changes in law to the California Legislature. If you want to see changes in state law, consider contacting your state legislator in the California Senate or Assembly.
