California · Health and Safety Code - HSC
HSC §111120: (a) No person shall operate a water-bottling plant, a private water source, or be a bottled water distributor in this state except pursuant to a license issued by the department.
What this law says, in plain English
Operating a water-bottling plant, private water source, or related water business requires a license from the department. Unlicensed bottled or vended water may be embargoed, and violations are subject to penalties under this article.
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