California · Business and Professions Code - BPC
BPC §17533.9: It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, corporation, or association, in any newspaper, magazine, circular, form letter, or open publication, published, distributed, or circulated in this state, inc
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It is unlawful to advertise tear gas or tear gas devices in publications or advertising media without prominently displaying a statement that their possession or transportation is prohibited by law except as specifically exempted or permitted.
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