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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 22Pt. 2Ch. 24.5Art. 2§ 78821 Definition Of Terms

§ 78821 Definition Of Terms

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§ 78821 Definition Of Terms

Key Takeaways

  • •This section explains how words are used in this part of the law.
  • •If a word isn’t clear, this section helps figure out what it means.
  • •It was added in 2005 and started working in 2006.

Example

Imagine you’re reading a rule about school lunches, and it says 'food' but doesn’t explain what counts as food.

This section would help decide if 'food' means just sandwiches or also includes snacks like chips.

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§ 78821 Definition Of Terms

Unless the context otherwise requires, the definitions in this article govern the construction of this chapter. (Added by Stats. 2005, Ch. 597, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 2006.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

construction

Related Statutes

  • § 78822 Required Business Records
  • § 78823 Brandy Definition Standards
  • § 78824 Mendocino Wine Commission Definition
  • § 78825 Department Of Food And Agriculture
  • § 78826 Grape Concentrate Definition

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 78821.
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