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HomeBusiness and Professions CodeDiv. 3Ch. 2Art. 1§ 5219 Definition Of Person

§ 5219 Definition Of Person

Business and Professions Code·California
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§ 5219 Definition Of Person

Key Takeaways

  • •This law says who counts as a 'person' in the rules.
  • •A 'person' can be one human, a group of people, or a company.
  • •It includes big companies, small businesses, and even teams working together.

Example

If you and your friends start a lemonade stand together.

The law says your lemonade stand is a 'person' too, just like you are. So if the stand has to follow rules, it’s treated like a person.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 5219 Definition Of Person

“Person” includes natural person, firm, cooperative, partnership, association, limited liability company, and corporation. (Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1010, Sec. 9. Effective January 1, 1995.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

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Related Statutes

  • § 5035 Definition Of Person
  • § 8504 Definition Of Person
  • § 4035 Definition Of Person
  • § 5212 Freeway Definition And Access
  • § 5213 Public Highway Definition

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Business and Professions Code. Section 5219.
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