The request procedure, the statutory fee cap, and the provider's response deadline for California. Each value is drawn from the controlling statute.
| Response deadlineHow long the provider has to respond to the request. | 15 days to transmit copies; 5 business days to permit inspection. |
|---|---|
| Fee structurePermissible copying/retrieval charges (verify the current published schedule). | $0.25/page (paper); $0.50/page from microfilm; a reasonable clerical fee is allowed, not to exceed actual cost. Verify current published amounts. |
| Authorization notesWho may request, free-copy carve-outs, and other quirks. | Free copy for a patient/representative supporting certain public-benefit, VAWA, or U-visa claims. |
| Controlling statuteThe statute or regulation this rule comes from. | Cal. Health & Safety Code § 123110 |
Primary source: Cal. Health & Safety Code § 123110
Important. This guide is general information, not legal advice, and is not a substitute for the controlling statute or your own counsel's review. Laws and fees change; verify the current rule with the state authority before relying on it. Fields marked "Not stated" have not yet been published here and should not be read as the absence of a rule.
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Published 2026-06-26 · Content updated 2026-10-15