California · Labor Code

LAB §1017: Any person who wilfully uses the card of any labor union to obtain aid, assistance, or employment, unless entitled to use such card under the rules and regulations of a labor union within this State i

Misdemeanor

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It is a misdemeanor to willfully use a labor union card to obtain aid, assistance, or employment without being entitled to use it under the union's rules.

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Any person who wilfully uses the card of any labor union to obtain aid, assistance, or employment, unless entitled to use such card under the rules and regulations of a labor union within this State is guilty of a misdemeanor.

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