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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 12Pt. 4Ch. 1Art. 1§ 27502 Agent Definition And Scope

§ 27502 Agent Definition And Scope

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§ 27502 Agent Definition And Scope

Key Takeaways

  • •An 'agent' is someone who acts for another person, like a helper or representative.
  • •This includes people like brokers, auctioneers, or anyone given permission to act for someone else.
  • •The permission can be clearly stated or just understood.

Example

You hire a real estate agent to sell your house.

The real estate agent is acting on your behalf to find a buyer and handle the sale. They are your 'agent' because you gave them permission to do this.

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

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§ 27502 Agent Definition And Scope

“Agent” includes bailee, broker, commission merchant, factor, auctioneer, solicitor, consignee, and any other person that is acting upon the express or implied authority of another. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1971, Ch. 1009.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

Agentbaileebrokercommission merchantfactorauctioneersolicitorconsignee

Related Statutes

  • § 42502 Agent Definition
  • § 29403 Agent Definition Scope
  • § 10701 Definitions Govern Construction
  • § 10702 Health Certificate Definition
  • § 10703 Swine Sales Yard Definition

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 27502.
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