California legal term
Automotive repair dealer in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “Automotive repair dealer” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the California criminal code.
What does “Automotive repair dealer” mean in California criminal law?
“Automotive repair dealer” means a person who, for compensation, engages in the business of repairing or diagnosing malfunctions of motor vehicles. (Cal. Penal Code § 551)
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