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HomeBusiness and Professions CodeDiv. 2Ch. 5Art. 2§ 2040 License And Certificate Definitions

§ 2040 License And Certificate Definitions

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§ 2040 License And Certificate Definitions

Key Takeaways

  • •The words 'license' and 'certificate' mean the same thing in this law.
  • •If the law says 'license,' it also means 'certificate,' and vice versa.

Example

You need a driver's license to drive a car.

The law treats 'driver's license' and 'driver's certificate' as the same thing. So, if you see 'certificate' in the law, it means the same as 'license.'

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

Official Source
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§ 2040 License And Certificate Definitions

The terms “license” and “certificate” as used in this chapter are deemed to be synonomous. (Added by Stats. 1980, Ch. 1313, Sec. 2.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

licensecertificate

Related Statutes

  • § 19821 Public Meeting And License Records
  • § 19824 Commission Licensing And Enforcement Powers
  • § 19825 License Hearing Procedures
  • § 2031 Medical Certificate Rights Preservation
  • § 23826.8 Seasonal License Conversion Rules

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Business and Professions Code. Section 2040.
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