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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 22Pt. 2Ch. 12Art. 1§ 74005 Commission Actions Antitrust Immunity

§ 74005 Commission Actions Antitrust Immunity

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§ 74005 Commission Actions Antitrust Immunity

Key Takeaways

  • •If the commission or someone follows the rules in this chapter, they can't be accused of breaking other laws about fair business.
  • •Doing things the right way according to this chapter is a good defense if someone tries to say you did something wrong.
  • •This law protects people who follow the rules from being punished for things like unfair business practices.

Example

A group of farmers work together to sell their crops in a way that follows the rules in this chapter.

Even if someone thinks they are being unfair or trying to control the market, they can't get in trouble because they followed the rules in this chapter.

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

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§ 74005 Commission Actions Antitrust Immunity

No action taken by the commission nor by any individual in accordance with this chapter or with the rules and regulations adopted under the chapter is a violation of the so-called Cartwright Act (Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 16700) of Part 2 of Division 7 of the Business and Professions Code), the Fair Trade Act (Chapter 3 (commencing with Section 16900) of that Part 2), the Unfair Practices Act (Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 17000) of that Part 2), or any statutory or common law against monopolies or combinations in restraint of trade. Proof that any action complained of was done in compliance with this chapter shall be a complete defense to the action or proceeding. (Added by Stats. 1986, Ch. 1286, Sec. 1.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

compliancecommissionregulationcartwright actfair trade actthe californiaprofessions codeunfair practices act

Related Statutes

  • § 73006 Commission Actions Antitrust Exemption
  • § 74505 Commission Actions Antitrust Immunity
  • § 76006 Antitrust Immunity For Commission
  • § 76205 Commission Actions Antitrust Exemption
  • § 74704 Commission Actions Antitrust Exemption

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 74005.
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