California legal term
bona fide evidence of majority and identity in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “bona fide evidence of majority and identity” 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 “bona fide evidence of majority and identity” mean in California criminal law?
“bona fide evidence of majority and identity” means a document issued by a federal, state, county, or municipal government, or subdivision or agency thereof, including, but not limited to, a motor vehicle operator’s license, California state identification card, identification card issued to a member of the Armed Forces, or other form of identification that bears the name, date of birth, description, and picture of the person. (Cal. Health & Safety Code § 11110)
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