LawWiki
HomeCodesSearchGlossaryAPIAbout
LawWiki

Plain English summaries of California law with zero-hallucination AI. Every summary is verified against official source text.

Product

  • Search
  • Codes
  • About

Legal

  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Service
  • Disclaimer

© 2026 LawWiki. All rights reserved.

HomeBusiness and Professions CodeDiv. 3Ch. 2Art. 2§ 5253 License And Permit Issuance

§ 5253 License And Permit Issuance

Business and Professions Code·California
AI Summary·Official Text·Key Terms·Related Statutes·References
AI SummaryVerified

§ 5253 License And Permit Issuance

Key Takeaways

  • •The state boss gives out forms for licenses and permits.
  • •The boss can pick someone in each county to hand out these licenses and collect fees.
  • •If the boss picks the county clerk, that person must do the job.
  • •Whoever gives out the license must send a copy to the boss right away.

Example

You want to open a small food stand and need a permit.

You go to the county clerk's office to get the permit form. The clerk gives you the permit, takes your fee, and sends a copy of your permit to the state boss to keep track.

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

Official Source
View on CA.gov

§ 5253 License And Permit Issuance

The director shall furnish requisite forms for applications, licenses and permits provided for in this chapter and may appoint a representative or agent in each of the counties throughout the state for the purpose of issuing the licenses and permits and collecting fees therefor as provided in this chapter. The agent or representative, in the discretion of the director, may be the county clerk in each county. In the event of the appointment of the county clerk in any county by the director, the county clerk shall so act. Upon the issuance of any such license or permit by the authorized agent of the director, the agent shall immediately forward a copy thereof to the director. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1970, Ch. 991.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

licensedirectordiscretionappointmentissuance

Related Statutes

  • § 5252 License Application Forms
  • § 23826.8 Seasonal License Conversion Rules
  • § 6011 State Bar Executive Director
  • § 11270 Association Director Requirements
  • § 12202 County Sealer Licensing Exams

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Business and Professions Code. Section 5253.
View Official Source