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HomeBusiness and Professions CodeDiv. 2Ch. 1Art. 7§ 679 Misdemeanor Violation Penalty

§ 679 Misdemeanor Violation Penalty

Business and Professions Code·California
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§ 679 Misdemeanor Violation Penalty

Key Takeaways

  • •Breaking this law is a crime called a misdemeanor.
  • •It applies to everyone—people, groups, or companies.
  • •If you break it, you can get in trouble with the law.

Example

A store dumps trash in a river instead of throwing it away properly.

The store broke the law, so the owner could be charged with a misdemeanor.

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

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§ 679 Misdemeanor Violation Penalty

Any person, firm, association, partnership, or corporation who violates this article is guilty of a misdemeanor. (Added by Stats. 1959, Ch. 1490.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

partnershipcorporationcrimemisdemeanorassociation

Related Statutes

  • § 677 School Records Retention Requirements
  • § 7715 Violations And Penalties
  • § 7718.5 Unlicensed Funeral Director Penalty
  • § 17506 Definition Of Person
  • § 5035 Definition Of Person

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Business and Professions Code. Section 679.
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