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HomeGovernment CodeDiv. 1Ch. 1§ 65002 Street And Highway Definitions

§ 65002 Street And Highway Definitions

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§ 65002 Street And Highway Definitions

Key Takeaways

  • •The word 'street' means more than just a regular road. It includes highways, bridges, tunnels, and even sidewalks.
  • •If a law talks about something happening on a 'street,' it could mean any of these places, not just a small road.
  • •This helps make sure rules apply to all kinds of roads and paths, not just the ones in front of your house.

Example

If you ride your bike on a sidewalk and break a rule, like riding too fast, you can still get in trouble because the sidewalk counts as a 'street' under this law.

The law says 'street' includes sidewalks, so the same rules that apply to streets also apply to sidewalks.

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

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§ 65002 Street And Highway Definitions

“Street” includes street, highway, freeway, expressway, avenue, boulevard, parkway, road, lane, walk, alley, viaduct, subway, tunnel, bridge, public easement and right-of-way, and other ways. (Amended by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1880.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

streeteasementhighwayroadin californiadefinition

Related Statutes

  • § 4002 Public Work Definition
  • § 11011.24 Napa County Property Sale
  • § 12011.5 Judicial Appointment Evaluation Process
  • § 14030 Statewide Transportation Coordination
  • § 15601 Secretary Definition Clarification

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Government Code. Section 65002.
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