California · Harbors and Navigation Code - HNC
HNC §735: (a) Every broker shall maintain a definite place of business in this state as his principal office and may establish other branch offices throughout the state.
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Brokers must maintain a principal business office in the state and may operate additional branch offices elsewhere in the state.
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