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HomeBusiness and Professions CodeDiv. 7Pt. 3Ch. 3§ 17756 Definition Of Person

§ 17756 Definition Of Person

Business and Professions Code·California
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§ 17756 Definition Of Person

Key Takeaways

  • •This law defines who counts as a 'person' in legal terms.
  • •A 'person' can be one human, a group of people, or even a company.
  • •It includes businesses like partnerships, corporations, and other organizations.

Example

If you own a small bakery with your friend, your business counts as a 'person' under this law.

Even though your bakery isn't a single human, the law says it's treated like a 'person' in legal situations.

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

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§ 17756 Definition Of Person

“Person” means any individual, partnership, corporation, limited liability company, association, or other organization. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1997, Ch. 310, Sec. 2. Effective January 1, 1998.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

Personindividualpartnershipcorporationlimited liability companyassociationorganization

Related Statutes

  • § 19002 Definition Of Person
  • § 19413 Person Definition
  • § 1201 Definition Of Person
  • § 20008 Definition Of Person
  • § 17757 Business Entity Definitions

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Business and Professions Code. Section 17756.
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