California · Labor Code

LAB §451: Any person, or agent or officer thereof, who violates this article is guilty of a misdemeanor.

Misdemeanor

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Violating the provisions of this article constitutes a misdemeanor offense applicable to individuals and their agents or officers.

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Any person, or agent or officer thereof, who violates this article is guilty of a misdemeanor.

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