§ 1777 Definition Of Terms

Fish and Game Code·California

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This law says that the definitions in this part of the law are used to interpret the rest of the chapter, unless the situation clearly needs a different meaning.

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•Definitions in the article control how the chapter is read.
•Only override a definition if the context shows a different meaning was intended.
•If a term isn’t defined, the usual everyday meaning applies.

Example

A contract uses the term "vehicle" and the law defines "vehicle" elsewhere in the article.

Because of this rule, the contract must follow the definition of "vehicle" given in the article, even if the parties thought it meant something else.

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§ 1777 Definition Of Terms

Unless the context otherwise requires, the definitions in this article govern the construction of this chapter. (Added by Stats. 1993, Ch. 1254, Sec. 1. Effective January 1, 1994.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

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definitions construction context Stats. 1993, Ch. 1254, Sec. 1

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Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Fish and Game Code. Section 1777.

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