California · Health and Safety Code - HSC

HSC §12690: It is unlawful for any person to perform any act, or transact or attempt to transact any business, with an expired license or an expired permit where a license or permit is required for the performanc

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

It is unlawful to perform any act or conduct business using an expired license or permit when a valid license or permit is required.

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It is unlawful for any person to perform any act, or transact or attempt to transact any business, with an expired license or an expired permit where a license or permit is required for the performance of such act or transaction.

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