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purpose of the notice requirement in California

16 California opinions name it 2 courts 1943–2025 4 in the last five years

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Followed or applied (15)

CaseFollowedCited
People v. Carreragreen
cal · 1989 · cited in 2 California opinions naming this issue, 2014–2014
2 sentences

2014Evidence may be introduced without such notice in rebuttal to evidence introduced by the defendant in mitigation.” “The purpose of the notice requirement is to afford a capital defendant the opportunity to prepare to meet evidence introduced in aggravation of the offense.” (People v. Carrera (1989) 49 Cal.3d 291, 334 .) On February 6, 1995, eight days before the guilt phase trial began, the prosecution filed its notice of penalty phase evidence.

2014Evidence may be introduced without such notice in rebuttal to evidence introduced by the defendant in mitigation.” “The purpose of the notice requirement is to afford a capital defendant the opportunity to prepare to meet evidence introduced in aggravation of the offense.” (People v. Carrera (1989) 49 Cal.3d 291, 334 .) On February 6, 1995, eight days before the guilt phase trial began, the prosecution filed its notice of penalty phase evidence.

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In Re Marriage of Fullergreen
calctapp · 1985 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2023–2023
1 sentence

2023(Id. at p. 515; In re Marriage of Fuller (1985) 163 Cal.App.3d 1070, 1077 [notice prior to imposition of sanctions required by the due process clauses of both state and federal constitutions].) “Due process mandates adequate notice and opportunity to be heard prior to the imposition of sanctions. [Citation.]” (Barrientos v. City of Los Angeles (1994) 30 Cal.App.4th 63, 70 .) “The purpose of the notice requirement ‘is to cause the moving party to “sufficiently define the issues for the information and attention of the adverse party and the court.”’ [Citations.]” (Kinda v. Carpenter (2016) 247 C

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People v. Medinagreen
cal · 1995 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Defendant's failure to object to the notification of these four incidents on June 5, or during the prosecution's subsequent effort to introduce the 18 additional incidents, bars him from challenging the adequacy of the notification on appeal. ( People v. Medina (1995) 11 Cal.4th 694, 771 , 47 Cal.Rptr.2d 165 , 906 P.2d 2 .) Moreover, the purpose of the notice requirement is to allow a defendant sufficient opportunity to prepare a defense to the aggravating evidence. ( People v. Blair (2005) 36 Cal.4th 686, 751 , 31 Cal.Rptr.3d. 485, 115 P.3d 1145 ; People v. Smith (2003) 30 Cal.4th 581, 619 ,

2008Defendant's failure to object to the notification of these four incidents on June 5, or during the prosecution's subsequent effort to introduce the 18 additional incidents, bars him from challenging the adequacy of the notification on appeal. ( People v. Medina (1995) 11 Cal.4th 694, 771 , 47 Cal.Rptr.2d 165 , 906 P.2d 2 .) Moreover, the purpose of the notice requirement is to allow a defendant sufficient opportunity to prepare a defense to the aggravating evidence. ( People v. Blair (2005) 36 Cal.4th 686, 751 , 31 Cal.Rptr.3d. 485, 115 P.3d 1145 ; People v. Smith (2003) 30 Cal.4th 581, 619 ,

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People v. Blairgreen
cal · 2005 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Defendant's failure to object to the notification of these four incidents on June 5, or during the prosecution's subsequent effort to introduce the 18 additional incidents, bars him from challenging the adequacy of the notification on appeal. ( People v. Medina (1995) 11 Cal.4th 694, 771 , 47 Cal.Rptr.2d 165 , 906 P.2d 2 .) Moreover, the purpose of the notice requirement is to allow a defendant sufficient opportunity to prepare a defense to the aggravating evidence. ( People v. Blair (2005) 36 Cal.4th 686, 751 , 31 Cal.Rptr.3d. 485, 115 P.3d 1145 ; People v. Smith (2003) 30 Cal.4th 581, 619 ,

2008Defendant's failure to object to the notification of these four incidents on June 5, or during the prosecution's subsequent effort to introduce the 18 additional incidents, bars him from challenging the adequacy of the notification on appeal. ( People v. Medina (1995) 11 Cal.4th 694, 771 , 47 Cal.Rptr.2d 165 , 906 P.2d 2 .) Moreover, the purpose of the notice requirement is to allow a defendant sufficient opportunity to prepare a defense to the aggravating evidence. ( People v. Blair (2005) 36 Cal.4th 686, 751 , 31 Cal.Rptr.3d. 485, 115 P.3d 1145 ; People v. Smith (2003) 30 Cal.4th 581, 619 ,

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People v. Smithgreen
cal · 2003 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2008–2008
2 sentences

2008Defendant's failure to object to the notification of these four incidents on June 5, or during the prosecution's subsequent effort to introduce the 18 additional incidents, bars him from challenging the adequacy of the notification on appeal. ( People v. Medina (1995) 11 Cal.4th 694, 771 , 47 Cal.Rptr.2d 165 , 906 P.2d 2 .) Moreover, the purpose of the notice requirement is to allow a defendant sufficient opportunity to prepare a defense to the aggravating evidence. ( People v. Blair (2005) 36 Cal.4th 686, 751 , 31 Cal.Rptr.3d. 485, 115 P.3d 1145 ; People v. Smith (2003) 30 Cal.4th 581, 619 ,

2008Defendant's failure to object to the notification of these four incidents on June 5, or during the prosecution's subsequent effort to introduce the 18 additional incidents, bars him from challenging the adequacy of the notification on appeal. ( People v. Medina (1995) 11 Cal.4th 694, 771 , 47 Cal.Rptr.2d 165 , 906 P.2d 2 .) Moreover, the purpose of the notice requirement is to allow a defendant sufficient opportunity to prepare a defense to the aggravating evidence. ( People v. Blair (2005) 36 Cal.4th 686, 751 , 31 Cal.Rptr.3d. 485, 115 P.3d 1145 ; People v. Smith (2003) 30 Cal.4th 581, 619 ,

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McKeon v. Mercy Healthcare Sacramentogreen
cal · 1998 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2005–2005
2 sentences

2005(McKeon v. Mercy Healthcare Sacramento (1998) 19 Cal.4th 321, 328 [ 79 Cal.Rptr.2d 319 , 965 P.2d 1189 ].) As for the silence of Business and Professions Code section 5463 on whether there is an opportunity to correct, that section is also silent on whether the purpose of the notice requirement is to allow the offender an opportunity to object or to be heard.

2005(McKeon v. Mercy Healthcare Sacramento (1998) 19 Cal.4th 321, 328 [ 79 Cal.Rptr.2d 319 , 965 P.2d 1189 ].) As for the silence of Business and Professions Code section 5463 on whether there is an opportunity to correct, that section is also silent on whether the purpose of the notice requirement is to allow the offender an opportunity to object or to be heard.

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People v. Mitchamgreen
cal · 1992 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 2005–2005
2 sentences

2005(People v. Mitcham (1992) 1 Cal.4th 1027, 1070 [ 5 Cal.Rptr.2d 230 , 824 P.2d 1277 ].) Assuming the notice requirement applied to Maverick’s testimony (but see § 190.3, 4th par. [notice provision inapplicable to “evidence in proof of the offense or special circumstances which subject a defendant to the death penalty” (italics added)]), the trial court was not required to exclude this evidence.

2005(People v. Mitcham (1992) 1 Cal.4th 1027, 1070 [ 5 Cal.Rptr.2d 230 , 824 P.2d 1277 ].) Assuming the notice requirement applied to Maverick’s testimony (but see § 190.3, 4th par. [notice provision inapplicable to “evidence in proof of the offense or special circumstances which subject a defendant to the death penalty” (italics added)]), the trial court was not required to exclude this evidence.

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People v. Carogreen
cal · 1988 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 1989–1989
2 sentences

1989The purpose of the notice requirement is to afford a capital defendant the opportunity to prepare to meet evidence introduced in aggravation of the offense. ( People v. Caro (1988) 46 Cal.3d 1035, 1059 [ 251 Cal. Rptr. 757 , 761 P.2d 680 ]; see Miranda, supra, 44 Cal.3d at p. 96.) In the absence of any indication that the delay in notice had in some fashion affected the manner in which defense counsel handled the prior proceedings, the appropriate remedy for a violation would ordinarily be to grant a continuance as needed to allow defendant to develop a response.

1989The purpose of the notice requirement is to afford a capital defendant the opportunity to prepare to meet evidence introduced in aggravation of the offense. ( People v. Caro (1988) 46 Cal.3d 1035, 1059 [ 251 Cal. Rptr. 757 , 761 P.2d 680 ]; see Miranda, supra, 44 Cal.3d at p. 96.) In the absence of any indication that the delay in notice had in some fashion affected the manner in which defense counsel handled the prior proceedings, the appropriate remedy for a violation would ordinarily be to grant a continuance as needed to allow defendant to develop a response.

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People v. Mirandagreen
cal · 1987 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 1989–1989
2 sentences

1989The purpose of the notice requirement is to afford a capital defendant the opportunity to prepare to meet evidence introduced in aggravation of the offense. ( People v. Caro (1988) 46 Cal.3d 1035, 1059 [ 251 Cal. Rptr. 757 , 761 P.2d 680 ]; see Miranda, supra, 44 Cal.3d at p. 96.) In the absence of any indication that the delay in notice had in some fashion affected the manner in which defense counsel handled the prior proceedings, the appropriate remedy for a violation would ordinarily be to grant a continuance as needed to allow defendant to develop a response.

1989The purpose of the notice requirement is to afford a capital defendant the opportunity to prepare to meet evidence introduced in aggravation of the offense. ( People v. Caro (1988) 46 Cal.3d 1035, 1059 [ 251 Cal. Rptr. 757 , 761 P.2d 680 ]; see Miranda, supra, 44 Cal.3d at p. 96.) In the absence of any indication that the delay in notice had in some fashion affected the manner in which defense counsel handled the prior proceedings, the appropriate remedy for a violation would ordinarily be to grant a continuance as needed to allow defendant to develop a response.

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People v. Reyesgreen
cal · 1974 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 1989–1989
2 sentences

1989(See People v. Howard (1988) 44 Cal.3d 375, 419-425 [ 243 Cal. Rptr. 842 , 749 P.2d 279 ]; People v. Reyes (1974) 12 Cal.3d 486, 502 [ 116 Cal. Rptr. 217 , 526 P.2d 225 ].) Here, Jones testified as to an alleged threat made by defendant within Jones's hearing that Jones would be "a dead man" when he got to prison *335 because he had testified against defendant at the guilt phase.

1989(See People v. Howard (1988) 44 Cal.3d 375, 419-425 [ 243 Cal. Rptr. 842 , 749 P.2d 279 ]; People v. Reyes (1974) 12 Cal.3d 486, 502 [ 116 Cal. Rptr. 217 , 526 P.2d 225 ].) Here, Jones testified as to an alleged threat made by defendant within Jones's hearing that Jones would be "a dead man" when he got to prison *335 because he had testified against defendant at the guilt phase.

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People v. Howardgreen
cal · 1988 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 1989–1989
2 sentences

1989(See People v. Howard (1988) 44 Cal.3d 375, 419-425 [ 243 Cal. Rptr. 842 , 749 P.2d 279 ]; People v. Reyes (1974) 12 Cal.3d 486, 502 [ 116 Cal. Rptr. 217 , 526 P.2d 225 ].) Here, Jones testified as to an alleged threat made by defendant within Jones's hearing that Jones would be "a dead man" when he got to prison *335 because he had testified against defendant at the guilt phase.

1989(See People v. Howard (1988) 44 Cal.3d 375, 419-425 [ 243 Cal. Rptr. 842 , 749 P.2d 279 ]; People v. Reyes (1974) 12 Cal.3d 486, 502 [ 116 Cal. Rptr. 217 , 526 P.2d 225 ].) Here, Jones testified as to an alleged threat made by defendant within Jones's hearing that Jones would be "a dead man" when he got to prison *335 because he had testified against defendant at the guilt phase.

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In-Home Supportive Services v. Workers' Compensation Appeals Boardgreen
calctapp · 1984 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 1985–1985
2 sentences

1985Appeals Bd. (1984) 152 Cal.App.3d 720, 733 [ 199 Cal.Rptr. 697 ].) Here, section 5402 requires that notice be given to “the injured employee,” not to the “applicant” or “party in interest” or “medical provider.” We believe the term “injured employee” is not sufficiently vague to permit us to say it means “medical provider.” Moreover, the purpose of the notice requirement at issue is “to protect and preserve the rights of an injured employee who may be ignorant of the procedures or, indeed, the very existence of the [workers’] compensation law.” (Reynolds v. Workmen’s Comp.

1985Appeals Bd. (1984) 152 Cal.App.3d 720, 733 [ 199 Cal.Rptr. 697 ].) Here, section 5402 requires that notice be given to “the injured employee,” not to the “applicant” or “party in interest” or “medical provider.” We believe the term “injured employee” is not sufficiently vague to permit us to say it means “medical provider.” Moreover, the purpose of the notice requirement at issue is “to protect and preserve the rights of an injured employee who may be ignorant of the procedures or, indeed, the very existence of the [workers’] compensation law.” (Reynolds v. Workmen’s Comp.

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Livingston v. Heydongreen
calctapp · 1972 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 1975–1975
2 sentences

1975See also Livingston v. Heydon (1972) 27 Cal.App.3d 672, 677 [ 104 Cal.Rptr. 83 ].) The purpose of the notice requirement of section 1782 is to give the manufacturer or vendor sufficient notice of alleged defects to permit appropriate corrections or replacements. 4 The notice requirement com-4 *41 menees the running of certain time constraints upon the manufacturer or vendor within which to comply with the corrective provisions.

1975See also Livingston v. Heydon (1972) 27 Cal.App.3d 672, 677 [ 104 Cal.Rptr. 83 ].) The purpose of the notice requirement of section 1782 is to give the manufacturer or vendor sufficient notice of alleged defects to permit appropriate corrections or replacements. 4 The notice requirement com-4 *41 menees the running of certain time constraints upon the manufacturer or vendor within which to comply with the corrective provisions.

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Puckett v. City and County of San Franciscogreen
calctapp · 1962 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 1971–1971
2 sentences

1971We turn, therefore, to Barber’s final contention, that in any event, the Chief erred and acted arbitrarily in failing to give written notice of his termination as required by section 148 of the charter. 2 The purpose of the notice requirement is to insure that the police or fire chief does not act arbitrarily or capriciously but instead acts reasonably and upon substantial evidence (Puckett v. City and County of San Francisco, 208 Cal. App.2d 471, 475 [ 25 Cal.Rptr. 276 ]).

1971We turn, therefore, to Barber’s final contention, that in any event, the Chief erred and acted arbitrarily in failing to give written notice of his termination as required by section 148 of the charter. 2 The purpose of the notice requirement is to insure that the police or fire chief does not act arbitrarily or capriciously but instead acts reasonably and upon substantial evidence (Puckett v. City and County of San Francisco, 208 Cal. App.2d 471, 475 [ 25 Cal.Rptr. 276 ]).

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Romero v. Brewergreen
calctapp · 1943 · cited in 1 California opinions naming this issue, 1960–1960
2 sentences

1960(Romero v. Brewer, 58 Cal.App.2d 759, 763-764 [ 137 P.2d 872 ].) In the instant case, the lessees admitted violations of the Public Resources Code.

1960(Romero v. Brewer, 58 Cal.App.2d 759, 763-764 [ 137 P.2d 872 ].) In the instant case, the lessees admitted violations of the Public Resources Code.

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Also cited on this issue (11)

CaseCitedYears
Williams v. Superior Court of L. A. Cnty. green
cal · 2017
1 sentence

2025(Williams v. Superior Court (2017) 3 Cal.5th 531 , 545–546.) An employee may file an action if the LWDA declines to investigate, investigates but decides not to issue a citation, or fails to respond to the employee’s notice within 65 days. (§ 2699.3, subd. (a)(2)(A) & (B).) Within 10 days of filing an action, a PAGA plaintiff must provide the LWDA with “a file-stamped copy” of the complaint. (§ 2699, subd. (s)(1).) If a settlement is reached, then “[t]he proposed settlement [must] be submitted to the [LWDA] at the same time that it is submitted to the court” for review and approval. (§ 2669, s

12025–2025
Jasko v. F. W. Woolworth Co. green
colo · 1972
2 sentences

2025Woolworth Co. (1972) 177 Colo. 418 [ 494 P.2d 839, 840 ].) Scott considered the duty of a private entity to maintain the inside of a store; it has nothing to do with liability for falls occurring outdoors on public property where individuals are necessarily exposed to the elements.

2025Woolworth Co. (1972) 177 Colo. 418 [ 494 P.2d 839, 840 ].) Scott considered the duty of a private entity to maintain the inside of a store; it has nothing to do with liability for falls occurring outdoors on public property where individuals are necessarily exposed to the elements.

12025–2025
Scott v. Alpha Beta Co. green
calctapp · 1980
1 sentence

2025Finally, quoting Scott v. Alpha Beta Co. (1980) 104 Cal.App.3d 305 , a case involving a slip and fall inside a grocery store, Palaioroutas argues, “[O]n a day when the defendant knows that water will be tracked into the store by customers and deposited on the floor rendering it slippery, the purpose of the notice requirement is fulfilled and such evidence is enough to allow the question of negligence to go to the jury.” (Id. at p. 309, 20 citing Jasko v. F. W.

12025–2025
Arias v. Superior Court green
cal · 2009
1 sentence

2025(Arias v. Superior Court (2009) 46 Cal.4th 969, 981 ; § 2699.3, subd. (a)(1)(A).) The purpose of the notice requirement is to provide the LWDA with the opportunity to decide whether to allocate resources to an investigation.

12025–2025
Barrientos v. City of Los Angeles green
calctapp · 1994
2 sentences

2023(Id. at p. 515; In re Marriage of Fuller (1985) 163 Cal.App.3d 1070, 1077 [notice prior to imposition of sanctions required by the due process clauses of both state and federal constitutions].) “Due process mandates adequate notice and opportunity to be heard prior to the imposition of sanctions. [Citation.]” (Barrientos v. City of Los Angeles (1994) 30 Cal.App.4th 63, 70 .) “The purpose of the notice requirement ‘is to cause the moving party to “sufficiently define the issues for the information and attention of the adverse party and the court.”’ [Citations.]” (Kinda v. Carpenter (2016) 247 C

2023(Luri v. Greenwald (2003) 107 27 That statute provides that in “making an order pursuant to motion made . . . under Section 1987.1, the court may in its discretion award the amount of the reasonable expenses incurred in making or opposing the motion, including reasonable attorney’s fees, if the court finds the motion was made or opposed in bad faith or without substantial justification or that one or more of the requirements of the subpoena was oppressive.” (§ 1987.2, subd. (a).) 45 Cal.App.4th 1119 , 1125 [“An omission in the notice [of motion] may be overlooked if the supporting papers make

12023–2023
Kinda v. Carpenter green
calctapp · 2016
1 sentence

2023(Id. at p. 515; In re Marriage of Fuller (1985) 163 Cal.App.3d 1070, 1077 [notice prior to imposition of sanctions required by the due process clauses of both state and federal constitutions].) “Due process mandates adequate notice and opportunity to be heard prior to the imposition of sanctions. [Citation.]” (Barrientos v. City of Los Angeles (1994) 30 Cal.App.4th 63, 70 .) “The purpose of the notice requirement ‘is to cause the moving party to “sufficiently define the issues for the information and attention of the adverse party and the court.”’ [Citations.]” (Kinda v. Carpenter (2016) 247 C

12023–2023
Fifth & Broadway Partnership v. Kimny, Inc. green
calctapp · 1980
1 sentence

2021(See Delta Imports, supra, 146 Cal.App.3d at p. 1036 ; Fifth & Broadway Partnership v. Kimny, Inc., supra, 102 Cal.App.3d at p. 202 .) This concern is served regardless of whether Haynes or plaintiffs served the notice.

12021–2021
Delta Imports, Inc. v. Municipal Court green
calctapp · 1983
1 sentence

2021(See Delta Imports, supra, 146 Cal.App.3d at p. 1036 ; Fifth & Broadway Partnership v. Kimny, Inc., supra, 102 Cal.App.3d at p. 202 .) This concern is served regardless of whether Haynes or plaintiffs served the notice.

12021–2021
Reynolds v. Workmen's Compensation Appeals Board green
cal · 1974
1 sentence

1985Appeals Bd., supra, 12 Cal.3d at p. 729 .) The Legislature has apparently concluded medical providers, such as Kaiser, do not need notice from the employer to inform them of their rights under the Act.

11985–1985
Whitfield v. Jessup green
cal · 1948
1 sentence

1952A complete answer to this contention is given by Whitfield v. Jessup, supra, 31 Cal.2d 826 , 830: “It is doubtful that the seller has any such right. . . .

11952–1952
Stetson v. Orland Oil Syndicate, Ltd. green
calctapp · 1940
2 sentences

1943To avoid the injustice in the latter instance, in Stetson v. Orland Oil Syndicate, Ltd., 42 Cal.App.2d 139 [ 108 P.2d 463 ] at page 142, the District Court of Appeal held that upon the failure to drill a well the lease terminated by its own terms; and, in any event, that notice was waived when the lessees contested the plaintiffs’ quite title action upon the theory that they were not in default under the terms of the lease.

1943To avoid the injustice in the latter instance, in Stetson v. Orland Oil Syndicate, Ltd., 42 Cal.App.2d 139 [ 108 P.2d 463 ] at page 142, the District Court of Appeal held that upon the failure to drill a well the lease terminated by its own terms; and, in any event, that notice was waived when the lessees contested the plaintiffs’ quite title action upon the theory that they were not in default under the terms of the lease.

11943–1943

Statutes the citing opinions construe

CA § Cal. Penal Code § 187 (4) CA § Cal. Evidence Code § 352 (3)

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Where else courts name it

TX 157 (1972–2026) MI 51 (1973–2025) IN 41 (1984–2025) NY 35 (1976–2024) CT 31 (1987–2016) IL 30 (1977–2025) OH 26 (1993–2026) MD 21 (1976–2022) PA 19 (1974–2024) GA 17 (1972–2012) CA 16 (1943–2025) TN 16 (2001–2018) FL 14 (1986–2024) MO 13 (1972–2024) OK 12 (1983–2020) MT 11 (1977–2008) LA 10 (1986–2021) MN 9 (1955–2016) NM 8 (1971–2015) VI 8 (1987–2026) NJ 8 (1985–2026) NC 7 (1980–2022) OR 7 (1979–2026) IA 7 (1973–2020) RI 7 (1986–2011) UT 6 (1985–2012) CO 6 (1979–2024) ID 5 (1986–2020) VA 5 (1997–2025) SD 5 (1989–2000) AL 5 (1985–2023) ME 5 (1986–2020) AZ 4 (1985–2003) WI 4 (1950–1996) WY 4 (1981–2024) WA 3 (1989–1996) KY 3 (2000–2026) WV 3 (1997–2025) AR 3 (1987–1993) MS 3 (2010–2017) KS 2 (1987–1996) NE 2 (1993–2003) ND 2 (2005–2020)

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