California · Food and Agricultural Code - FAC

FAC §4301: It is unlawful for any person to sell or engage in the sale, upon any property of an association, of any ticket of admission or any other evidence of the right of entry to a stadium or an arena, pavil

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

It is illegal to sell admission tickets to stadiums, arenas, or similar venues above the printed price plus taxes without a written permit from the association.

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It is unlawful for any person to sell or engage in the sale, upon any property of an association, of any ticket of admission or any other evidence of the right of entry to a stadium or an arena, pavilion, or other building which is for holding sports arena events, athletic contests, contests of skill, exhibition spectacles, and other public meetings, places of amusement, or entertainment, contests or performances at any premium or price which is in excess of such maximum price that is printed or indorsed upon it, plus lawful taxes, unless he has first procured a written permit which is issued by such association.

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