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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 9Pt. 1Ch. 1§ 21009 Definition Of Person

§ 21009 Definition Of Person

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§ 21009 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 also includes people who manage things for others, like trustees or receivers.

Example

You and your friends start a lemonade stand together.

Under this law, your lemonade stand is considered a 'person' because it's a group working together, just like a company.

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

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§ 21009 Definition Of Person

“Person” means any individual, firm, partnership, corporation, limited liability company, company, association, joint stock association, or body politic; and includes any trustee, receiver, assignee, or other similar representative. (Amended by Stats. 1994, Ch. 1010, Sec. 220. Effective January 1, 1995.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

Persontrusteereceiverassignee

Related Statutes

  • § 15507 Definition Of Person
  • § 205 Definition Of Person
  • § 24239 Definition Of Person
  • § 100000 Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority Act
  • § 100001 Santa Clara Transit District

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 21009.
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