As used in this article, “private citizen” means any person other than a peace officer, fireman, lifeguard, or person whose employment includes the duty to protect the public safety acting within the course and scope of such employment.

(Amended by Stats. 2015, Ch. 569, Sec. 12. (AB 1140) Effective January 1, 2016.)

Terms Used In California Government Code 13971

  • Person: includes any person, firm, association, organization, partnership, limited liability company, business trust, corporation, or company. See California Government Code 17