California State Guard

Mission The California State Guard (CSG) supports the California National Guard (CNG) and the California Military Department (CMD) by enhancing their readiness for state and federal responsibilities. The CSG accomplishes this mission by providing an organized, trained, and disciplined force dedicated to serving the state’s needs. Legal Authority and Structure The CSG is officially recognized under the California Military & Veterans Code § 550, having been activated as the State Defense Force of California on January 2nd, 1941. The CSG cannot be federalized and remains under the Governor’s command through the state’s Adjutant General. The CSG comprises both prior and non-prior service members who volunteer their time and talents to serve the state.