CA Gov't Code Section 65750

As used in this article, unless the context requires otherwise:

(a)

“Petition” includes any form of pleading brought pursuant to Section 65751, whether it is a petition, complaint, cross-complaint, complaint in intervention, or any other form.

(b)

“Petitioner” includes a petitioner, plaintiff, cross-complainant, or intervenor who files an action of any kind pursuant to Section 65751.