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Sports trading card in California Criminal Law

Current through 2026 California legislative session

In California criminal law, “Sports trading card” 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 “Sports trading card” mean in California criminal law?

“Sports trading card” means any card produced for use in commerce that contains a company name or logo, or both, and an image, representation, or facsimile of one or more players or other team member or members in any pose, and that is produced pursuant to an appropriate licensing agreement. (Cal. Penal Code § 319.3)

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This reference is informational and is not legal advice.