California · Business and Professions Code - BPC
BPC §21640: It is unlawful for any person to engage in the business of secondhand dealer, as defined in Section 21626, without being licensed as provided in this article.
What this law says, in plain English
Operating as a secondhand dealer without a required license is unlawful. The statute requires persons in this business to obtain proper licensing.
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