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responsible person in California Criminal Law

Current through 2026 California legislative session

In California criminal law, “responsible person” 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 “responsible person” mean in California criminal law?

“responsible person” means a person having the power to direct the management, policies, and practices of the entity as it pertains to ammunition. (Cal. Penal Code § 30385)

Statutes defining or using this term

Related terms in the same statutes

This reference is informational and is not legal advice.