As used in this chapter, “general partner” means:

(a) In the case of a partnership, a general partner, as defined in § 15901.02 of the Corporations Code.

Terms Used In California Business and Professions Code 17901

  • general partner: means :

    California Business and Professions Code 17901

  • Partnership: A voluntary contract between two or more persons to pool some or all of their assets into a business, with the agreement that there will be a proportional sharing of profits and losses.
  • person: includes individuals, limited liability companies, partnerships and other associations, and corporations. See California Business and Professions Code 17902

(b) In the case of an unincorporated association other than a partnership, a person interested in the business of the association whose liability with respect to the association is substantially the same as that of a general partner, as defined in § 15901.02 of the Corporations Code.

(Amended by Stats. 2014, Ch. 400, Sec. 17. (SB 1467) Effective January 1, 2015.)