California · Harbors and Navigation Code - HNC

HNC §767: An operator’s license issued by the department pursuant to the provisions of this article shall be valid for five years from the date of issuance or renewal and may be renewed every five years thereaf

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An operator's license issued by the department is valid for five years from issuance or renewal and may be renewed every five years thereafter.

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An operator’s license issued by the department pursuant to the provisions of this article shall be valid for five years from the date of issuance or renewal and may be renewed every five years thereafter unless suspended or revoked pursuant to Section 768. The department may adopt rules and regulations establishing the requirments for renewal of any license issued under this article, including therein requirements for acuity of vision, color sense and general physical condition.

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