California legal term
Card issuer in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “Card issuer” 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 “Card issuer” mean in California criminal law?
“Card issuer” means any person who issues an access card or the agent of that person with respect to that card. (Cal. Penal Code § 484d)
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