Penal Code section 172.9

The word “university,” when used in this chapter with reference to the sale, exposing or offering for sale, of alcoholic beverages, means an institution which has the authority to grant an academic graduate degree.

Source: Section 172.9, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PEN§ionNum=172.9. (accessed Apr. 24, 2025).

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Location: https://california.public.law/codes/penal_code_section_172.9

Original Source: Section 172.9, https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes_displaySection.xhtml?lawCode=PEN§ionNum=172.9. (last accessed Apr. 24, 2025).