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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 10Ch. 8Art. 1§ 21710 Falsifying Vehicle Sale Documents

§ 21710 Falsifying Vehicle Sale Documents

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§ 21710 Falsifying Vehicle Sale Documents

Key Takeaways

  • •You can't lie on a bill of sale for a car or other big items.
  • •You can't show fake or lied-about papers to a cop or inspector.
  • •If you do this, you're breaking the law.

Example

You sell your car to a friend and write down a lower price on the bill of sale to help them pay less tax.

This is against the law because you lied on the bill of sale. If a cop or inspector finds out, you could get in trouble.

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

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§ 21710 Falsifying Vehicle Sale Documents

It is unlawful for any person to falsify any of the bill of sale information required by Sections 21702 and 21703, or to present such falsified documents to an inspector or peace officer. (Added by Stats. 1973, Ch. 938.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

bill of sale informationfalsifyinspectorpeace officer

Related Statutes

  • § 21709 Altered Vehicle Sale Documents
  • § 21706 Altered Cattle Sale Invoices
  • § 21455 Cattle Slaughter Hide Requirements
  • § 22010 Meat Receiver Recordkeeping Requirements
  • § 21701 Bovine Animal Definition

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 21710.
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