MisdemeanorCalifornia · Business & Professions Code § 17200
Unfair Business Practices
Using illegal or dishonest business practices (usually civil).
Less serious. Up to 1 year in county jail.
What the prosecutor must prove
They must prove every one of these. If one is missing, you should not be found guilty.
- 1You ran a business
- 2Practices were unlawful, unfair, or fraudulent
Possible punishment
Mostly civil fines.
