As used in this part, “clear evidence of the person‘s identity and age” means either of the following:

(a) A valid California driver’s license.

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Terms Used In California Penal Code 16400

  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
  • license: shall include a permit or a certificate issued by a state agency. See California Penal Code 23
  • person: includes a corporation as well as a natural person. See California Penal Code 7

(b) A valid California identification card issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles.

(Added by Stats. 2010, Ch. 711, Sec. 6. (SB 1080) Effective January 1, 2011. Operative January 1, 2012, by Sec. 10 of Ch. 711.)